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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Norfolk Accounting Branch

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA forCertain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: Serves as a Financial Management Analyst and Agency Program Coordinator (APC) for the Government Travel Card (GTC) Program. Responsible for auditing travel vouchers for JTR compliance and monitoring account records to ensure timely funds execution.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND OPM PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$62,640 - $98,530 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Promotion potential
11
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel up to 5% this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Other
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
CERD-26- 13090086-DHA
Control number
889077800

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Duties

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  • Performs a wide variety of accounting, financial management, auditing, and administrative functions within the Finance and Accounting Branch.
  • Analyze financial performance trends and develop process improvements to enhance the performance of the travel program.
  • Audit and analyze civilian payroll and travel card financial transactions.
  • Interprets accounting guidance, policies and regulations, and implements them accordingly.
  • Assists in providing financial advice and recommendations based on law, regulations, and professional knowledge of financial management practices.
  • Serves as the Agency Program Coordinator administering the Government Travel Card Program, audit travel vouchers for regulatory compliance, and maintain surveillance over financial management records to ensure the accurate execution of funds.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Temporary Duty (TDY) Travel of up to 5% of the time may be required.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11.
  • All Army personnel will comply with safety regulations, occupational safety and health standards, and other safety directives and orders.
  • This position is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

GS-09 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Gathering financial data from databases to assist with audits and prepare reports. 2) Monitoring account activity and delinquency reports to identify and investigate credit card misuse. 3) Audited financial transactions, reconciled accounts, and assisted with the coordination of the Government Travel Card (GTC) Program to resolve travel card and pay issues.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).

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Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Accounting, Business, Finance.

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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.

GS-11 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes:1) Monitoring financial management account records to ensure the accurate and timely processing of accounting transactions and compliance with statutory and regulatory directives. 2) Analyzing financial data and performance trends to develop process improvements, provide advisory services to customers, and prepare reports for management. 3) Administering the Government Travel Card (GTC) Program by auditing financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and resolving complex pay and travel card issues.

This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

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Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Accounting, Business, Finance.

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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.

Time in Grade Requirement for GS-09: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
Time in Grade Requirement for GS-11: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) 11 Career Program position aligned under the Career Management Directorate.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
RD-W2SF03 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-NORFOLK
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Norfolk, VA 23510
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