Duties

A GS-0510-11, COST ACCOUNTANT:

• Analyze, examine, and interpret accounting data, records and reports to determine past costs, identify improperly recorded costs, and reallocate cost to ensure they are recorded in proper cost structure.
• Utilize GFEBS to inform managers of the cost of performing various functions associate with Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Service Support Programs (SSP), and assist them in using their funds in a more cost efficient and cost effective manner in support of their goals.
• Furnish advice and assistance to management on accounting and financial management matters, analyzes information, resolves conflicting data, and formulates recommendations for management decisions.
• Coordinate and integrate analytical activities related to cost accounting and management.
• Use appropriate costing methodologies, develops cost accounting data to provide accurate and timely financial information to satisfy command information requirements and to document full costs of installation activities.
• Monitor and assists in implementation of approved and directed procedural and cost management changes.
• Evaluate proposed regulatory changes and employee suggestions referred by the USPFO and provides comments and recommendations.
• Provide accounting advice and recommendations to program managers and the installation staff.
• Determine, select, organize and analyze appropriate data for the effectiveness and/or efficiency of operations for use in executing performance measurements.
• Interpret financial management policy and provide guidance to staff elements.
• Identify, monitor and report trends and performance measurements that will aid managers in making financial management decisions.
• Manage the General Ledger to ensure the reconciliation of all General Ledger Tie Point issues, and taking corrective action to input or reverse spending chain transaction or coordination with the DFAS Tie Point team for GFEBS Tier 2 corrections.
• Review and analyze General Ledge Abnormal Balances, and takes corrective action to correct, or coordinates with the DFAS General Ledger team for correction.
• Participate in formal briefings and meetings to provide advice and assistance.
• Plan, coordinate and perform comprehensive reviews, special studies, and selective internal examinations of USPFO functions pertaining to cost management environment under the General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) and its interfacing feeder systems (STANFINS/AFCOS, SPS, DTS, DCPS,GCSS-A, ODS, FCM, IATS).
• Conduct detailed analysis on Interfacing System Information Documents (IDOCs) and takes corrective action to ensure proper system master data allows for proper interfacing.
• Manage the Interfund process to ensure all transactions are appropriately cleared from the Interfund Uncleared List.
• Apply knowledge of military and civilian pay entitlements and allowances and military and civilian travel entitlements; knowledge of the USPFO organization, mission, and functions; a thorough understanding of management, organization, and resources utilization policies and principles, and knowledge of review and analysis techniques including statistical sampling techniques and procedures.
• Recommend changes to procedures and practices covering all functional areas, additional training, and changes in the utilization of resources.
• Confer with representatives of other local offices/directorates to resolve USPFO problems associated with improper cost management attributable to functions under their jurisdiction.
• Confer with representative of higher headquarters or other agencies to coordinate scheduled assistance visits, furnish requested data or information concerning completed or ongoing local reviews/projects, respond to questions, provide on-site assistance, discuss identified but not fully resolved problems, and obtain additional information to accomplish required/recommended actions and/or future program efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation and be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Must possess a valid state driver?s license to operate government motor vehicles, for the state in which the candidate/employee lives or is principally employed, in accordance with Service specific Vehicle Operations Directives.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the proper clearance type and level within one year of appointment according to DoD Personnel Security Program Management Directives.
• As a basis of continued Title 5 Excepted Service employment/appointment to a GS-0510 position, the employee must complete all Financial Management Program education and training.
• Must meet the DoD directed civilian financial management certifications for the Accounting Program position within two years of initial hire date or promotion appointment date.
• Must complete the requisite quantity of CETs every two years to sustain the achieved certification level.
• Must complete all required Financial Management Certification continuing education and training hours; and, the employee, along with his or her applicable supervisor, must document and manage the employee?s Individual Development Plan.
• Must obtain and maintain a current Network License according to Army, Licensing Network Users and Certifying Network Professionals.
• Position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. Designation will not exceed 14 days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Must submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering position and annually, IAW DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, 23 March 2006.
• Must comply with all DoD and Army requirements of Level 2 certification program as a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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• Required Documents

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  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package that includes:
  
  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
  
  2. Other supporting documents:
  ***Please note that if you are claiming Military Spouse Preference, you MUST include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
  
  Acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility includes at a minimum:

  • A copy of the PCS orders
  • Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist
  • Your marriage certificate or license (if you are not on the PCS Orders).

  ***Please note that if you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you MUST provide supporting documentation to receive preference.***

  • DD-214
  • VA Letter
  • Completed SF15, etc.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11934751
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
  
  To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  
  Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  
  You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

  Agency contact information

  WA HRO Staffing Section

  Phone

  253-512-8260

  Email

  ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil

  Address

  Washington United States Property and Fiscal Office
  BLDG 32 QUARTERMASTER ROAD
  CAMP MURRAY, WA 98430
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. You are encouraged to reach out to our office to verify that all required application materials have successfully been uploaded prior to the announcement closing. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens