Who may apply: Current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, Eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants and current DFAS VRA employees.
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-05) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required. GS-06 Specialized Experience is defined as: validating, monitoring and maintaining accounting transactions and accounting records; entering accounting data into an automated financial system to process a wide variety of accounting transactions; and identifying and researching discrepancies in account transactions and making adjustments. Time-in-Grade: Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-05 or higher grade in Federal Service. You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, 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.
Serves as Work Leader by identifying, distributing, and balancing the workload, assures timely accomplishment of assigned work, and keeps in touch with the status and progress of work on a daily basis.
Promotes team building, approves leave for short periods, provides input on performance effectiveness, and makes suggestions regarding personnel changes and/or recognition.
Reviews vouchers or other financial documents in detail for accuracy of information.
Explains procedures and problems and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure the accuracy and propriety of transactions and records.
Responds to questions from customers or co-workers regarding accounting data, discrepancies, and procedures.
Monitor operations and compliance with established internal controls to identify problem areas, determine actions required to improve operating program effectiveness, and ensure and maintain the integrity of financial and accounting information.