FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST-Title 5

Duties

GS/07 DUTIES:

• Performs developmental assignments of moderate difficulty where work procedures are established and a number of specific guidelines exist.
• Performs recurring assignments. Independently performs recurring assignments of limited, but gradually increasing, difficulty and complexity.
• Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects.
• Prepares written correspondence and other documentation.

GS/09 DUTIES:

• Processes data and performs broad-in-depth financial analysis of interrelated accounting, military and civilian pay, accounts payable and receivable, and various travel entitlements to resolve especially difficult and sensitive, out-of-balance conditions associated with processing actions within Financial Management systems.
• Analyzes and accurately processes financial services transactions (i.e., payroll, debts, and miscellaneous entitlements) while applying quality assurances techniques.
• Analyzes and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability of financial reporting; compliance with policies, regulations, applicable laws and guidance; and ensures that internal controls are in place.
• Aggregates data from multiple financial systems and sources in order to directly or indirectly provide the Comptroller with accurate and timely financial reporting. Ensures the proper documentation, accounting, and auditability of funds, and their traceability to the USPFO in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and/or applicable laws.
• Executes full spectrum pay and entitlement operations (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounting, and Travel Pay).

*** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. ***

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.3
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate to perform temporary duty assignments.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with the requirements of this certification program.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May be subject to furlough actions.
• Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate Tricare eligibility.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE : In addition to OPM general experience, evaluate applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities for:
- Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately;
- Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material;
- Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings;
- Ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-07 : Must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5) in Federal Service that equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Experiences and training that demonstrate capabilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies and procedures. Knowledge of Generally Accepting Accounting Principles, methods, procedures and techniques. Experience validating transactions. Candidate is able to analyze particular facts of fiscal transactions, interpret data and pertinent fiscal laws, and regulations. Experience using computer systems. You will be evaluated on the following Competencies for this position: accounting, financial systems, managing and organizing information. At least 2 years of FM experience preferred. Certificates in the follow desired but not required for the position: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Government Financial Manager

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-09 : Must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-7) in Federal Service that equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience includes but is not limited to: Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, methods, procedures and techniques. Financial and Federal accounting standards, cost accounting standards, managerial accounting, and financial analysis. Experience validating transactions. Experience analyzing particular facts of fiscal transaction problems/issues; verify, evaluate, and interpret data; obtain additional information and interpret pertinent fiscal laws, regulation and precedent decisions, Experience using various accounting system software package applications and computer systems You will be evaluated on the following Competencies for this position: accounting, financial systems, managing and organizing information. At least 2 years of FM experience preferred. Certificates in the follow desired but not required for the position: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Government Financial Manager

Education

Substitution of Education for GS/07 Specialized Experience. Completed 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement should be in one of -or- be a combination of the following disciplines: Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management or Finance

Substitution of Education for GS/09 Specialized Experience . Completed master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., the awarded college degree should be in one of -or- be a combination of the following disciplines: Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management or Finance

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Veterans Preference will be considered for this Job Announcement under the Category Rating method QUALIFIED and NOT QUALIFIED.
If you are unsure if you can claim Veteran's Preference click the link to see if you may be eligible: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/choice.htm
Visit the OPM Vet Guide for information on the different categories of Veteran's Preference at:
Blank SF 15 form can be found here to fill out and attach to your application as needed for claiming 10-point preference:
Veterans' Preference: A copy of your DD Form 214 which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming 10-point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of Purple Heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).

Veterans Information: Veterans' preference must be validated by formal submissions including all necessary supporting documentation. You must provide acceptable documentation of your preference or appointment eligibility. Acceptable documentation may be:

1. A copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions.
2. A "certification" that is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed.
3. You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center or online.

NOTE: Prior to appointment, an agency will require the service member to provide a copy of the DD-214.

If claiming 10 point preference, you will need to submit a Standard Form, SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference."