Administrative/Technical Specialist

Naval Sea Systems Command•Port Hueneme, CA

About The Position

The Administrative/Technical Specialist serves as an Accounting Team Lead in the Accounting Division, Comptroller Department of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division. The position ensures that accounting processes in Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (NERP) are accurate, timely, and compliant. It supports financial operations, the integrity of financial data, and accurate reporting across functional areas. The specialist advises and assists personnel in developing and implementing programs, policies, and procedures; assesses the effects of financial system updates; monitors accounting activities; and provides guidance and training to junior accountants and financial analysts. The role keeps the Accounting Officer informed of regulatory, policy, and system changes that could affect the Command’s financial position and recommends process or procedural updates. It also ensures compliance with higher-level requirements and facilitates weekly on-site meetings about issues, concerns, and process updates. Travel from the normal duty station to locations in the continental United States and overseas may be required, including travel to remote or isolated sites.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
Must meet the Selective Service registration requirement if applicable.
Must be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-04 (GS-11/12 equivalent) level in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Experience applying federal financial management or accounting principles, regulations, policies, and practices to financial operations.
Experience using enterprise financial systems, Microsoft Excel, and analytical tools to research transactions and discrepancies, analyze financial data, resolve financial issues, and support accurate financial execution and operations.
Experience in one or more related financial management functions, such as accounting, budget execution, financial analysis, reconciliations, audit support, obligations, accruals, or reimbursable activity.
Experience applying internal controls, audit readiness, and financial compliance, including identifying discrepancies, evaluating supporting documentation, and recommending corrective actions.
Experience leading or coordinating others’ work, including assigning or prioritizing work, providing technical guidance, cross-training, mentoring, or developing employees.
New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Retired military members appointed to a civilian DoD position within 180 days after retirement are subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 3326.

Responsibilities

Lead the Accounting Team and ensure accounting processes in NERP are accurate, timely, and compliant.
Advise or assist personnel in developing and implementing programs, policies, and procedures for compliant financial operations, sound financial data integrity, and accurate reporting.
Analyze financial system updates and release notes, assess their impact on existing policies and procedures, and implement changes as needed.
Monitor the Division’s accounting activities and provide training and guidance to junior accountants and financial analysts.
Keep the Accounting Officer informed of regulatory, policy, or system changes that may affect the Command’s financial position and recommend process or procedure updates.
Ensure compliance with higher-level regulations and policies and maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial data in NERP.
Facilitate weekly on-site meetings to discuss issues, concerns, and process updates.