SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTANT

01Basic Requirements

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.

You may need to send proof of education or of certification to be considered for this position. Click here for more information on who must submit documentation at the time of application and what documentation is acceptable: Transcripts and Certifications. In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-12) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience is defined as: Providing professional accounting, finance and reporting services, management advice, or assistance to supported customers in the application of accounting theories, concepts, principles and standards to independently negotiate solutions to various issues related to operational accounting and finance work.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.

Supervises employees who receive, control, balance, process, analyze, and report financial data for DFAS customers. Ensures accurate, timely work that meets GAAP, quality, security, internal control, and customer-service requirements.,Develops work plans, sets priorities, assigns workload, and adjusts resources to meet mission needs.

Performs supervisory functions, including staffing, performance management, recognition, timekeeping, employee relations, and discipline.,Builds workforce capability by identifying training needs, supporting Development Plans and career growth, providing technical and administrative guidance, and ensuring employees meet security, financial management, and internal control requirements.,Serves as accounting expert by interpreting and applying accounting policies, procedures and regulations.

Evaluates, adapts and improves accounting procedures, reports and financial system operations to resolve complex issues and support operations.,Ensures financial data integrity, effective internal controls and audit readiness. Reviews records, reports and reconciliations; identifies risks and deficiencies; implements corrective actions; and coordinates resolution with stakeholders.