Accountant

Summary

As an Accountant (Staff) with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Financial Operations and Reporting, you will analyze financial operations, maintain accounting records, evaluate financial systems, ensure compliance with financial requirements, and recommend improvements to accounting policies, procedures, and reporting processes.

Duties

• Analyze financial operations, accounting records, and reports to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective management of financial resources.

• Maintain accounting records for agency assets, liabilities, and net position, and prepare financial statements and supporting documentation.

• Evaluate accounting systems, internal controls, and financial procedures; identify deficiencies and recommend improvements.

• Interpret and apply financial statutes, regulations, policies, and accounting standards to financial management activities.

• Perform account reconciliations, financial closing activities, and audit support, including preparing documentation and resolving discrepancies.

• Support budget formulation and execution, funds control, and financial reporting through analysis and coordination with program offices.

• Develop recommendations for financial policies, procedures, and accounting system improvements, and communicate findings to management and stakeholders.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required
• You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office.
• This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.

Qualifications

Basic Requirement for Staff Accountant GS-0510-13:

Education cannot be substituted for experience for this position and grade level.

1. Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

• Analyzing financial transactions and accounting records to support accurate financial reporting;
• Evaluating accounting systems and internal controls to identify deficiencies in financial processes;
• Applying accounting principles and financial regulations to evaluate financial operations for compliance with applicable requirements;
• Analyzing financial management information to develop recommendations for improvements to accounting procedures, financial reporting, or funds control; AND
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Education

This position has a basic education requirement listed under the Qualifications section of this announcement.

Additional information

Relocation expenses will not be paid.Current OPM employees may qualify as an exception.
Incentive payments may be considered.
If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
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• Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
• Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
• Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
• Other Special Appointment Authorities

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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