SUPERVISORY FINANCIAL SPECIALIST.

DutiesConducts analysis to determine the effectiveness of operations, compliance with established policies and procedures, reliability of transactions and validity of supporting documentation.Manages the review of financial policies, guidelines, data, documents and reports to determine trends. Identifies actual and potential problem areas, develops actions to improve operations and resolves issues posed by internal and external sources.Exercises accountability and leadership oversight of payroll certification, audits and operational reviews to ensure correct and proper execution of the agency guidance, policies, and procedures with respect to financial management processes.Assists with resolving complex functional issues with financial systems and affected customers. Develops recommendations, facilitates resolutions of payroll related problems and ensures proper interfaces with external and internal financial systems.Coordinates and participates in the development and presentation of program training. Incorporates new ideas and methodologies and applies new and innovative practices as appropriate.RequirementsConditions of employmentMust be a U.S Citizen or National.This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959).Suitable for Federal employment.Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification.New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.QualificationsOne year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-12) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.Specialized experience is defined as: demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of financial management regulations, policies and procedures in order to develop, interpret, and/or determine the effectiveness and impact of policies; review and analyze data trends to assess the integrity of financial management information collected and reported; make recommendations on operational requirements and improvements to existing business processes.You may qualify for consideration if meeting 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.EducationEducation is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.Additional informationMoving expenses will be paid.The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.As a condition of employment, you may be required to serve a 1 year probationary period during which we'll evaluate whether your continued employment advances the public interest. The evaluation will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment advances agency or governmental goals; and whether your continued employment advances the efficiency of the Federal service. At the end of the probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification that your continued employment advances the public interest.We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.Travel requirement is seldom.This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 2 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period. Failure to become certified within the required time-frame may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at: Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.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.Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.