Lead Accountant.

Bureau of Economic Analysis; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Economic Analysis in Suitland, MD is seeking a federal accounting professional at the Band IV (GS-13) level. The role emphasizes collecting survey data, ensuring compliance, and guiding staff on technical matters.

The position requires an accounting background with substantial coursework and experience in financial data analysis within federal programs. A one-year probationary period may apply, with federal benefits offering comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• Degree or combination meeting the 24 semester hour accounting requirement.
• Experience in accounting, auditing, or related field with the required coursework.

Responsibilities

• Collects survey data and researches multinational companies for accuracy.
• Provide technical guidance and staff training as needed.
• Resolve complex reporting issues and document resolutions.
• Collaborate with teams across surveys to share information.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Compliance

Education

Accounting degree with 24 credit hours in accounting

CPA/CIA or substantial accounting coursework

Tools

GAAP

Job description

Duties

• Collects survey data and researches multinational companies to ensure compliance and accuracy of survey data.
• Assist supervisor by providing technical guidance and training to staff.
• Resolves complex reporting issues referred by staff including documenting the data issue and the resolution.
• Communicate and collaborate with others to seek answers, share information and work with related surveys.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• U.S. Citizen
• Suitable for Federal employment.
• Registered for Selective Service if applicable. (www.sss.gov)
• Time-in-grade/band requirements must be met by closing date.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• This is a NON-BARGAINING unit position.
• Relocation expenses may not be paid.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement

• Degree: accounting; 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. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.") OR
• Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include oneof the following:
  • Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
  • A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
  • 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.

AND

Specialized Experience

For the Band IV (GS-13), you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the Band III (GS-12) in the Federal service. Experience for this position includes collecting and reviewing survey data, analyzing statistical information, familiarity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, handling inquiries from survey respondents, understanding complex organizational structures and experience leading a group with deadline-driven work.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer.

Additional information

The Department of Commerce also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human Resources Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Office via the Federal Relay Service, 1-800-877-8339.

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.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.