Accountant

Defense Finance and Accounting Service; Whitehall (OH); On-site; USD 78,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) seeks qualified candidates for entry-grade accounting roles under the Direct Hire Authority. Positions require related financial experience or a degree, with OPM qualification requirements and potential DHA-based placement.

The posting notes possible placement at GS-11 or GS-12, with federal pay scales and selection based on experience and credentials. Resumes should emphasize accounting knowledge and GAAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting (may include up to 6 hours of business law).
• At least 4 years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and training plus 24 accounting/auditing hours.
• Specialized experience at the GS-11 level demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position; GS-12 level similar with GAAP/compliance focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional accounting services and consulting to assigned areas.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and analyze financial statements and reports.

Job description

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the Department of Defense (DoD) in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient, exceptional quality pay and financial information. Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.

This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense via delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period. Applicants MUST have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree (examples include: Finance, Accounting, Management, Actuarial Science, or related), in addition to meeting Office of Personnel Management (OPM) minimum qualification requirements. Substitution of combination of education and experience must still, in conjunction, minimally satisfy the DHA qualification requirement. Human Resources will determine your qualifications for each entry grade level based on your interest and the additional following criteria. Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe this in your resume. Combinations of education and experience may also be sufficient. This position has a positive education requirement. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the basic requirements described below: (1) Completion of all requirements for a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR (2) Candidates may also qualify through a combination of education and experience: At least 4 years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing courses, which may include up to 6 hours of business law, OR a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-09) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience at the GS-11 level is defined as: Providing professional accounting services, advice, assistance, or information to an assigned area by applying accounting concepts, principles, or methods to the day-to-day accounting operations. In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience at the GS-12 level is defined as: Providing professional accounting services such as ensuring operational effectiveness or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) compliance, independently analyzing or interpreting financial data, statements, or reports using analytical methods, or delivering technical accounting expertise to design, implement, or assess accounting systems, procedures, and internal control processes.

This announcement will be used to fill positions with an entry grade of GS-11, with a target grade of GS-12. Minimum Salary: Grade GS-11 is $77,926, Maximum is $101,309. Minimum Salary: Grade GS-12 is $93,400, Maximum is $121,422.

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