ACCOUNTANT (STAFF)

About the company

This non supervisory position is located in the Headquarters (HQ), Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), Office of the Deputy Director/Chief Operating Officer (COO), Resource Management Directorate, Accounting Division. This position requires midlevel staff accounting experience and provides support within the Resource Management Accounting Directorate.

Your tasks

As an Accountant (Staff), you will be responsible for the following duties (If selected at the GS-07, GS-09 or GS-11 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity): Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. Monitor and analyze financial transactions, identify root-cause issues, and prepare reports compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Defense Finance and Accounting Service guidance, Office of the Secretary of Defense Comptroller policy, and Defense Commissary Agency directives. Research accounting issues and support cross-functional teams to improve business processes. Review and evaluate accounting processes and systems, recommend improvements, maintain system access, and ensure compliance with United States Standard General Ledger and Standard Financial Information System standards. Support development, testing, and training for accounting systems, analyze results, identify gaps, and assist with training materials. Read the entire announcement before starting the application process. Appointment of Department of Defense Spouses (NonComp Civ Sp): In order to use this eligibility, you must be the spouse of a current Department of Defense, Department of State, or intelligence community employee who is being transferred in the interest of the Government from one official station within the Department to another within the Department for permanent duty. You are required to submit proof of marriage AND permanent change of station (PCS) orders: spouse's PCS orders (showing you as a dependent) and/or copy of marriage certificate. If you are a current or previous Federal employee, please include your most recent SF-50. HR does not select or change your eligibility/eligibilities for you, regardless of the supporting documents you submit. You are considered ONLY for the eligibility or eligibilities you select and for which you provide all required supporting documents. You will not be considered if you do not select an eligibility. If you have questions about which eligibility/eligibilities apply to you, contact the HR POC listed on this announcement. At a minimum, your resume MUST contain your name, address, and contact information, and the following for each listed job experience: Job title; Series and grade, if it is a federal civilian position; Employer's name and address; Employment beginning and ending dates (Month/Year); Number of hours worked per week, and Description of duties performed. DO NOT send a list of competencies or skills in place of a description of the duties performed.

GS-07 Reviewing basic financial transactions and applying entry-level accounting procedures to verify accuracy. Gathering source documents and supporting data to assist in preparing routine financial reports. Researching simple accounting questions and summarizing information for higher-level staff. Using established accounting systems and following standard controls when entering or validating financial information.

GS-09 Applying basic accounting principles to review transaction data and identify routine discrepancies. Collecting and organizing financial information to support preparation of standard reports and reconciliations. Assisting in researching straightforward accounting issues and documenting preliminary findings for senior staff. Following established accounting procedures and internal controls when processing financial data.

GS-11 Analyzing financial transactions to determine root-cause issues and recommend corrective actions. Interpreting accounting policies and financial regulations to ensure accurate and compliant reporting. Supporting business process evaluations by reviewing workflows and contributing ideas for improvement. Evaluating internal controls and financial system outputs to verify adherence to accounting standards.

GS-12 Leading accounting reviews for assigned functional areas and providing technical guidance to resolve complex issues. Developing detailed financial reports, audit documentation, and policy interpretations for leadership and external stakeholders. Improving end-to-end accounting processes by identifying gaps and coordinating solutions across functional teams. Advising on testing, enhancement, and implementation of accounting systems to ensure compliance with regulatory and agency requirements.

Requirements

To qualify for the Accountant (Staff) position your resume and supporting documentation must support the below: Basic Requirements Degree: accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.") OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law; A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. In Addition to the above basic requirements, you must meet the below as well. Creditable specialized experience includes:

GS-07: One full year of graduate level education or a Bachelors Degree and superior academic achievement. Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) is based on one of the following: (1) class standing (upper third standing in graduating class); (2) grade-point average (2.95 overall or over the last two years of bachelor's degree -or- 3.45 in your major field or over the last two years in your major); or (3) election to membership in a national scholastic honor society

GS-09: Successfully completed a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree

GS-11: Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.

Combination: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for grade levels GS-07, GS-09, and GS-11, and may be computed by first determining the applicant's total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the grade level; then determining the applicant's education as a percentage of the education required for the grade level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for that grade level. Only graduate education in excess of the amount required for the next lower grade level may be used to qualify applicants for positions at grades GS-07, GS-09, and GS-11. As part of the online application process, you will respond to a series of questions designed to evaluate your level of experience in these competencies:

• Accountability
• Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Service
• Decision Making
• Flexibility
• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Learning
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts and/or other documentation to support your educational claims. Transcripts. REQUIRED when using education to meet qualifications or when education is required. Foreign education may be qualifying if a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs has deemed the foreign education equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or a U.S. accredited college or university has given full credit for the foreign courses. Unofficial transcripts from U.S. Department of Education accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions listing your name, the name of the school, the date and degree awarded, and the list of classes and credits earned are acceptable for the application process. If selected, official transcripts are required before a firm job offer is made. A photocopy of your degree/diploma is not acceptable. When relying on foreign education, submit transcripts and a copy of the equivalency evaluation results letter with a course-by-course listing. Documents must be in English or include an English translation. The hiring employer for this position does not evaluate degrees from foreign colleges or universities.

Other

Time-in-grade applies to the promotion of current and former federal employees who hold or have held a permanent GS position in either the competitive or excepted service in the previous 52 weeks, including current employees applying under VEOA. Your application package must contain proof you meet this requirement. See Required Documents for more information. For GS-07: You must have 52 weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-05. For GS-09: You must have 52 weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-07. For GS-11: You must have 52 Weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-09. For GS-12: You must have 52 weeks of Federal service at or equivalent to GS-11. Time after competitive appointment. Current federal civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since being selected for a non-temporary appointment from a competitive examination register of eligibles (an announcement opened to the public) or under a direct hire authority. Education Substitution: Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Education must be from a college or university accredited by an organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education. See http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/Search.aspx. If using education to meet basic qualifications, YOU MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT as supplemental documentation. To qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you must possess:

Overtime: Occasional Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Bargaining Unit Status: Not Covered Those retired under CSRS or FERS considered: No. DoD criteria not met. Telework eligible: Yes, As determined by agency policy Remote work eligible: No