Accounting Officer; TITLE Security Clearance

Position: ACCOUNTING OFFICER (TITLE 5) with Security Clearance
Duties As a ACCOUNTING OFFICER (TITLE
5), GS-0510-12, you will serve as an Accounting Officer with responsibility for managing the total accounting function for the state ARNG.
* Provide financial accounting advice, analysis and assistance to the Financial Manager, USPFO, and all organizational elements regarding the development of accounting policies, systems, and operating procedures.
* Analyze report data which records transactions within the system for the purpose of correcting errors, recommending action on unfavorable trends, and preparing financial schedules for briefings, etc.
* Employ accounting policies/standards in the resolution of unprecedented problems/situations; and utilizes non-conventional methodologies as required.
* Drafts instructions, procedures, manuals, etc., to implement the proposed system or to correct deficiencies in the accounting system uncovered during the study.
* Design, develop, adapt, revise, evaluate, and implement systems including those utilizing automatic data processing equipment.
* Monitor work operations to assure full compliance with procedures and published directives.
* Hold discussions with program officials, employees, supervisors, etc., to learn the details of work processes and procedures.
* Provide both professional accounting assistance and systems design support in the development of automated accounting systems and operating procedures for the Financial Manager.
* Serve as a professional accountant administering accounting systems.
* Perform duties involving: receipt and distribution of funds throughout the state; and maintaining the standard general ledger reporting system.
* Plan, execute, and install new and/or improved accounting systems.
* Apply professional accounting principles, analysis, theories, concepts, and practices to unique situations. Plan subordinates' assignments and distributes workload according to priorities and work complexity.
* Make formal presentations of completed systems packages including the acceptability of the data processing system applied to higher management levels for final approval.
* Provide financial advice and expertise to other organizational elements of the state ARNG during the development of integrated accounting systems.
* Study accounts, reports, and procedural instructions within the broad area of assignment and, as necessary, any legislative and program background pertaining to this program.
* Render advice to management on the effects of accounting changes approved and performs related duties necessary to the development of balanced recommendations.
* Implement policies and procedures encompassing different facets of accounting, i.e., general fund accounting, cost accounting, and reimbursement accounting and working capital funds.
** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties.
** Requirements Conditions of employment
* Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
* Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
* Must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.
* This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
* This is a Financial Management Level 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.
* 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.
* May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
* Certification Level 2: THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 2 Certified position designated as such in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, section 1051, amending 10 United States Code, section 1599d. Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all Department of Defense and Department of the Army requirements of this certification program.

This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action.
* The employee must complete the higher financial management certification within 24 months of appointment to the position. Qualifications AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
The areas of consideration for this position, Title 5 Excepted Service, will be in the following manner and sequence:
* The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be candidates who match through the Priority Placement Program (PPP).
* The SECOND area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. Positive Education Requirement :
Must possess the following:
Degree:
Accounting; or a degree in a related…