Financial Specialist

Defense Finance and Accounting Service • Indianapolis, IN

21d

About The Position

The Financial Specialist serves as a special assistant and advisor to the Director of Total Force Pay on People Pay initiatives, including Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Travel Pay, Disbursing, Pay and Tax Services, DoD Banking, and related customer care. The role reviews suspenses, requests for information, and special projects directed to or originating from the Director and Deputy; prepares staff papers for taskings; and coordinates responses with supported organizations, other locations, and external sources. The position also issues instructions and interpretations of policies and regulations to promote consistency and accuracy, and monitors major projects and the effectiveness and timely completion of related policies and directives.

This national security position may require access to classified information and a favorable suitability review and security determination. The incumbent must obtain and maintain Level 2 certification under the DoD Financial Management Certification Program within the required timeframe. Telework is limited and available only rarely on a case-by-case basis when Agency Leadership determines it serves a compelling DoD need. Travel is seldom required.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade (GS-12) in the federal service.
• Specialized experience advising on a variety of financial policies, operating results, and procedures.
• Specialized experience conducting projects supporting People Pay operations, such as Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Travel Pay, Disbursing, Pay and Tax Services, DoD Banking, or related customer care.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must meet applicable suitability requirements for Federal employment and obtain and maintain favorable security eligibility; access to classified information may be required.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if a male born after December 31, 1959.
• Must have served three months after the latest competitive appointment in Federal service.
• Must obtain and maintain Level 2 certification under the DoD Financial Management Certification Program within the required timeframe.
• New DFAS employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

Responsibilities

• Advise the Director of Total Force Pay on People Pay initiatives, including Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Travel Pay, Disbursing, Pay and Tax Services, DoD Banking, and related customer care.
• Review suspenses, requests for information, and special projects directed to or originating from the Director and Deputy.
• Prepare staff papers supporting taskings from the Director or external sources.
• Coordinate taskings with supported organizations, other locations, and external sources to develop fully staffed responses, recommendations, and options.
• Issue instructions and interpretations of policies and regulations to promote consistency and accuracy in operations and work products.
• Monitor major projects within supported organizations and review policies and directives for effectiveness and timely accomplishment.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families.
• Moving expenses may be paid for positions where relocation is authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed