Systems Accountant (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must (1) meet the Education Requirement for the series, (2) provide a copy of transcripts for verification, AND (3) meet either the education or experience qualifications for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.

To qualify for the GS-12, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11, it must include:

• Experience in assisting with policy interpretations and functional recommendations on a system's overall structure, resolving problems in producing a system and integrating it with other related financial management systems.
• Experience in working with financial system users to identify report requirements, identify reports or develop reports that meet users and executives need for decision making.
• Experience coordinating financial system changes and problems, including the development of specific requirements and recommending modifications to a financial system. 

   
To qualify for the GS-13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include:

• Experience in policy interpretations and functional recommendations on the system's overall structure and resolves major problems that arise in producing a smooth running and effective system and integrating it with other related financial management systems.
• Experience in detailed reconciliation of accounting data from a major accounting system such as Delphi that interface with other accounting subsystems (e.g., Grant Solutions, PRISM, E2, G-Invoicing, etc.) and ensures that all interface systems update the accounting system appropriately.
• Experience in defining the nature and scope of activities covered by a financial system and ensure that all legislative, GAO, Treasury Department, OMB and requirements are satisfied.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
• Financial Systems - Knowledge of the standards, architecture, and specifications of automated financial systems, including source documents, system flows, system interfaces, and related internal controls.
• Technical Credibility-Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.
• Communication- Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.

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 experience.

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All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.