ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service · Limestone, Maine Limestone, Maine

Company

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Location

Limestone, Maine Limestone, Maine

Type

Full Time

Job Description

Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the DoD in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient, exceptional quality pay and financial information.

This Announcement Is Open To All U.S. Citizens.

Position Location(s):

These are NOT remote positions.
Everyone selected for this position will have to reside in the commuting of DFAS-Limestone, ME.

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Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S Citizen or National
Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
Suitable for federal employment
This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination
Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification.
Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary for their respective grade level.

Qualifications

One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-04) within the Federal service, or comparable in difficulty and responsibility which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

Specialized Experience Is Defined As:

Performing duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures that may include reviewing financial/accounting systems information/documents for accuracy/completeness, inputting financial/accounting information into automated systems, or correcting invalid financial/accounting transactions.

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

Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary for their respective grade level.

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience is generally not applicable above GS-05, but may be considered if it is directly related to the position being filled.

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Four years of successfully completed education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation, or the equivalent, is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the specialized experience requirement. Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be used to substitute for the specialized experience requirement.

For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Department of Education

Additional information

Moving expenses WILL NOT BE PAID.
This position IS covered by a bargaining unit.
This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.
A one year probationary period may be required.
Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.
We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date.
Travel requirement is 1-24%.
DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only.
Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300,
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee and attain a rating of at least 80, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP, click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible
Drug Testing Not Required.
Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance

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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06/18/2024

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