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Regional Accountant NF4 Regular Full-Time

Department of the Navy
U.S. Marine Corps
QUANTICO MCCS
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Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Overview

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Job closed
Open & closing dates
09/12/2025 to 09/26/2025
Salary
$77,000 to - $82,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
NF 04
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Quantico, VA
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
25% or less - Varies
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
74584
Control number
845860000

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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Duties

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Serves as a Regional Accountant of the Finance Branch, Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), Marine Corps Installation National Capital Region - Marine Corps Base Quantico. Provides managerial accounting support for all reporting segments of MCCS programs to include validation of financial reporting within an integrated financial management system.  Analyzes and validates detailed accounting applications encompassing a wide range of accounts and resolves problems and errors. May be required to act in the capacity of the Director of Finance in their absence. 

Reconciles general ledger account balances and maintains subsidiary ledgers and schedules. Analyzes and interprets the results of transactions on financial statements, makes corrections or adjustments as necessary to properly reflect the balances of all accounts, and accurately portrays the changes on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.  Prepares monthly, quarterly, and yearly accounting documents, financial reports, trial balances, balance sheets, and variance analyses. Coordinates with the other Regional Accountants at other Marine Corps Installations/Regions and Headquarters/Shared Services Center to ensure a uniform approach, work product and presentations and to ensure accounting programs are operated in accordance with latest policies and procedures.

Performs accounting duties that require detailed knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standard Board (GASB) and processes applicable to retail and cost environments. Monitors and provides input on processes for the following areas: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Record Control, Fixed Asset (Property) Record Control, Revenue Recording and Control, General Ledger Control, Special Accounting Projects, Financial Statements Processing, and Program Financial Management.  Contributes accounting or fiscal management advice or recommendations to corporate officers and branch managers on a wide range of financial management issues. 

Gathers information and assists in finalizing period end, fiscal year closeout and year-end review reconciliations and reports. Responsible for solving problems with varying degrees of difficulty. Conducts on-the-job training for accountants on reconciliations and maintains procedures/instructions.

Responsible for the preparation of periodic analysis for the CFO, or other corporate officers to include the sources and uses of funds (cash flow); usage of appropriated funds; the status and aging of outstanding accounts receivable and payable. Must be able to develop, apply, and adjust plans, policies, and guidance to attain activity objectives. Prepares and presents monthly financial briefs for various reporting activities. Travel may be required to other Marine Corps Installations to complete work assignments.

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Conditions of employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

A four-year degree from an accredited university in Financial Management or Accounting is required AND a minimum four (4) years of experience in corporate business and/or Non-appropriated instrumentality (NAFI) financial accounting.

A broad working knowledge of all aspects of accounting with the ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and sound financial management techniques in all phases of financial data gathering, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting. Knowledge of end-to-end General Ledger processes.  Skill in analytical reasoning.  

Knowledge of APF accounting and reporting.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management and subordinates, exercise the proper degree of tact, ingenuity, persuasion, and resourcefulness; make clear and concise written and oral persuasions; exercise and demonstrate a high level of sound and independent judgment.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.
Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.
Required Documents:
           *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
           *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.
INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

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