USAJOBS · 4 weeks ago
LEAD FINANCIAL SPECIALIST
Multiple Locations, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$107K/yr - $144K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Financial Specialist to support the Defense Finance and Accounting Service. The role involves advising on budget formulation, resolving operational issues, and interpreting policies within the financial management domain.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Advises and makes recommendations for the resolution of DFAS operating budget formulation and execution problems
Identifies problem areas and recommends actions/tasking to improve operations, correct deficiencies, and prevent recurrence or problems
Interprets and recommends policy on diverse issues
Coordinates taskings within the RM organization, Strategy and Support organization, and Director’s Office organization. Keeps the supervisor informed on significant actions tasked to management and actions officers
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S Citizen or National
This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination
Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
Suitable for Federal employment
Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service
Time in Grade Requirement - see the Qualifications field below for more details
Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification
New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-12) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required
Specialized experience is defined as: applying financial management methods, practices, and principles in planning and implementing process improvements relative to large-scale accounting and financial systems
Demonstrated experience in budget formulation, presentation, and execution
Comprehensive knowledge and experience with the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) Process
Strong analytical and problem skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions
Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 or higher grade in Federal Service
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level
This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 2 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period
Failure to become certified within the required time-frame may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service
The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher
Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn
Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Moving expenses will be paid.
Company
USAJOBS
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