Supervisory Accountant

Defense Microelectronics Activity • McClellan, CA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The position is within the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). The incumbent serves as the senior accounting advisor to the Comptroller on accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance matters for the Defense Microelectronics Activity.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Selective Service requirements apply.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by required background investigation
• Must obtain/maintain Secret security clearance
• Drug Testing Designated position: Yes
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Financial Disclosure: Required
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Required to work DMEA Core Hours of 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time on duty days regardless of geographic location of the position.
• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the NH-03 or GS-13 equivalent, or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Examples of creditable specialized experience include: Managing federal accounting operations and financial reporting activities. Interpreting and applying federal accounting standards, DoD financial management policies, and fiscal law requirements. Reviewing and approving complex accounting transactions, reconciliations, and financial reports. Leading audit readiness initiatives and resolving audit findings or internal control deficiencies. Analyzing financial data and recommending solutions to complex accounting issues. Advising senior leadership on accounting, financial reporting, and compliance matters. Supervising personnel, managing workload priorities, and evaluating employee performance. Utilizing financial management systems and enterprise accounting applications to support agency operations.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.
• OR A combination of education and experience - at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge.
• The applicant's background must also include one of the following: a. Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law; b. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or c. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
• DAWIA (Back to Basics) Certification: NON-CAP: Position requires DoD Acquisition Business - Financial Management, Advanced certification within required timeframes. Selectee must also achieve 80 hours of Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2-years.
• FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Selectee or incumbent must be able to obtain the appropriate certification level for their position. This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position. IAW Public Law 112-81 and DoD Policy the incumbent shall comply with the requirements of DoD FM Certification program within the allotted timeframe.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service
• This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Certification prior to hiring is not essential but must be accomplished within 48 months after entry into this position.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the senior accounting advisor to the Comptroller on accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance matters.
• Directs agency-wide accounting activities, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial transactions and records.
• Oversees the recording, reconciliation, validation, and reporting of financial data in compliance with federal accounting standards, Department of Defense regulations, and Treasury requirements.
• Leads month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end closeout activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Reviews and approves accounting adjustments, journal vouchers, accruals, corrections, and other financial transactions impacting agency financial statements.
• Ensures compliance with appropriations law, fiscal statutes, the DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), USSGL requirements, and other applicable guidance.
• Directs reconciliations of general ledger accounts, Fund Balance with Treasury (FBWT), reimbursable agreements, payroll transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other financial records.
• Provides authoritative guidance and recommendations to leadership on complex accounting issues, financial reporting requirements, audit findings, and internal control deficiencies.
• Leads audit readiness efforts and serves as the primary liaison for auditors, inspectors, financial statement reviews, and internal control assessments.
• Develops, implements, and monitors internal controls designed to safeguard government resources and ensure financial accountability.
• Analyzes accounting operations, identifies systemic issues, and implements corrective actions to improve financial management processes and reporting accuracy.
• Coordinates with budget, contracting, acquisition, payroll, travel, and program offices to ensure proper accounting treatment and fiscal compliance of financial transactions.
• Oversees financial systems operations, data integrity, and accounting processes within enterprise resource planning (ERP) and financial management systems.
• Supervises a team of accountants and financial management professionals by assigning work, establishing priorities, evaluating performance, providing coaching and mentorship, and developing workforce capabilities.
• Exercises supervisory authorities including hiring recommendations, performance management, leave administration, disciplinary actions, succession planning, and employee development.
• Represents the Comptroller organization in meetings, audits, inspections, working groups, and senior leadership forums involving accounting and financial reporting matters.

Benefits

• 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.
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What This Job Offers

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