ACCOUNTING OFFICER (Title 5) (ACCELERATED HIRE)

Army National Guard Units • Oklahoma City, OK

2d

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position in the Comptroller Division, US Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO), and is part of the Oklahoma Army National Guard. The Accounting Officer manages the state Army National Guard’s accounting function and performs and supervises accounting functions and policies. The role is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial data and performs professional accounting analysis and reconciliation of financial activities.

The position provides accounting advice, analysis, and assistance to the Financial Manager, USPFO, senior management, and organizational elements concerning accounting policies, systems, and operating procedures. It plans, executes, and installs new or improved accounting systems, including automated systems, and provides technical assistance to resource management functional areas in developing and maintaining integrated accounting systems.

The incumbent administers accounting systems, including the receipt and distribution of funds, maintenance of the standard general ledger reporting system, analysis of transaction reports to correct errors and identify unfavorable trends, preparation of financial schedules, and revision of system structures to meet new reporting requirements. The position applies professional accounting principles and standards to complex or unprecedented situations and implements policies and procedures for general fund, cost, reimbursement, and working capital fund accounting.

Requirements

• Meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• Obtain and maintain the security clearance appropriate to the position.
• Have the ability to establish effective professional working relationships and contribute to a cooperative working environment.
• Be able to travel on military and/or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments, if required.
• Meet the GS-0510 basic qualification competencies: collect and analyze data effectively and accurately; communicate clearly in English verbally and in writing; present formal training and briefings; and read and interpret program procedures and directives.
• For the GS-0510-12 supervisory position, have at least 36 months of broadening finance, accounting, and audit program experience, including leading, planning, and scheduling work; training and guiding employees; assigning tasks; balancing program requirements; and advising and mentoring employees.
• Have professional experience addressing employee performance issues and structuring assignments and processes to improve performance and efficiency.
• Have demonstrated mentorship competencies and working knowledge of equal employment and affirmative action programs.
• Be eligible for entry into the position’s financial management certification career program before final appointment approval.
• Complete the required financial management certification within 24 months of appointment, as a condition of continued employment, depending on the position’s certification level.
• Meet the accounting education standard: a degree in accounting, or a related degree with 24 semester hours in accounting (up to 6 hours may be business law); alternatively, meet the stated combination of accounting experience, education, training, or qualifying certification provisions.
• Provide transcripts or other documentation supporting education claims when using education to qualify.
• Serve a trial period or probationary period if required; the position may require up to two years of probation.
• Participate in direct deposit.
• Be available for irregular or overtime compensatory hours and work outside normal duty hours when operational requirements or contingencies require it.
• Be available for duty in preparation for or response to a state emergency or disaster declaration as Essential Personnel.
• If subject to the Military Selective Service Act registration requirement, be registered to be eligible for appointment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the state Army National Guard’s accounting function, policies, and systems.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial data recorded in the accounting system.
• Perform professional accounting analysis and reconciliation related to state Army National Guard financial activities.
• Provide financial accounting advice, analysis, and assistance to the Financial Manager, USPFO, senior management, and organizational elements.
• Plan, execute, and install new or improved accounting systems, including systems using automated data processing equipment.
• Study accounts, reports, procedures, and relevant program or legislative background; consult program officials and staff to understand work processes.
• Draft instructions, procedures, and manuals to implement proposed systems or correct accounting system deficiencies.
• Provide accounting and systems-design support for the development of automated accounting systems and operating procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to resource management functional areas throughout development, establishment, and maintenance of integrated accounting systems.
• Administer accounting systems for the receipt and distribution of funds and maintenance of the standard general ledger reporting system.
• Analyze transaction reports to correct errors, recommend action on unfavorable trends, and prepare financial schedules for briefings.
• Revise accounting system structures to implement new reporting requirements and advise financial analysts in supported organizations.
• Implement accounting policies and procedures for general fund, cost, reimbursement, and working capital fund accounting.
• Lead, plan, schedule, assign, train, and guide employees in finance, accounting, and audit program work; provide advice, mentoring, and career-development direction.
• Address employee performance issues and structure assignments and training to improve quality, timeliness, and work efficiency.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package, with access to benefits for the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• The position may be eligible for Union Membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager