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Job opening: AUDITOR

Salary: $52 527 - 101 055 per year
Published at: Aug 02 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AUDITOR, Position Description Number GS-7 (T5422000), GS-9 (T5148000), GS-11 (T5147000) and is part of the MA ARNG USPFO Internal Review, National Guard. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: Mr. George Marshall at 339-202-3843. RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE: A Recruitment Incentive of up to 10% may be authorized for new hires.

Duties

The below duties are for the GS-11 (T5147000). To view duties for GS-9 (T5148000) click here To view duties for GS-7 (T5422000) click here 1. Utilizing professional accounting and auditing knowledge, provides recommendations in the solution of accounting and operational problems and implementation of new or changed regulations, procedures and analyses of automated systems. Performs complex professional accounting and review activities involving in the analysis of accounting records. Conducts in-depth research and analysis in the coordination and resolution of problems. Develops position papers and fact sheets that interpret and explain reports and accounting data. Determines the scope of studies based upon a review of material received, familiarity with operations and relationship of financial management and its automated systems. (25%) 2. Reviews automated accounting and financial systems and identifies the need for changes to enhance system capability to track and report financial reports and operational data used by local management. Evaluates computer system logic and program guidelines in order to recommend automated accounting software processes to enhance the analysis of information for the unit and other resource managers. Evaluates the impact on current and future systems and makes recommendations to ensure the organization has the needed equipment/software to meet the needs of managers. (25%) 3. Performs a variety of internal review assignments of medium complexity that require ingenuity in applying conventional and advanced techniques in gathering and evaluating pertinent data. Utilizes professional accounting and audit skills to maintain oversight for implementing appropriate laws, directives, and regulations of internal control programs and procedures. Studies a variety of background material to gain program information and discover leads. Typically, this material would only include applicable Army and Air National Guard and state regulations and, if any, GAO guidelines. Prepares review plans based on use of the most appropriate advanced techniques. Conducts in-briefs with management officials. Explains the purpose and procedures for the review and answers questions. Performs survey work to identify potential operating problems. Prepares lead sheets to identify any potential weaknesses in internal controls that need further study. Documents the results in accordance with Comptroller General Standards, DoD, Army, Air Force, and Army and Air National Guard policies. Applies Comptroller General Standards and a wide range of evaluation techniques (e.g., interviews, computer assisted techniques, statistical analysis and questionnaires) in gathering, documenting, and summarizing data. Prepares working papers and files in accordance with Comptroller General Standards and Army and Air National Guard policies. Drafts reports, which present findings, identifies causative situations and recommends corrective action. Discusses findings with activity level officials. Convinces these officials of the value of recommendations made with their implementation being the ultimate outcome. Performs follow-up on agreed-to findings and recommendations. Reports to the USPFO on the status of corrective actions taken by functional activities. Provides unprogrammed, quick reaction troubleshooting capabilities wherein the objective is to prevent serious problems from developing. (40%) 4. In direct coordination with responsible management officials, evaluates the validity of findings and recommendations identified by external audit agencies. Where the evidence does not support a proposed finding, negotiates for the command with the external audit agency to have the finding either withdrawn or amended. As the command representative, evaluates the management response to audit findings/results. When a management response does not appear to be adequate, consults with management to improve its substantive content. Prepares the overall command response to all external audit agency reports based upon input from proponent activities. (10%) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Optional Form 306 is a required form, or you will be disqualified.
  • Reference Worksheet is a required form, or you will be disqualified (MUST use the form in the link below).
  • Favorable background check is required.
  • DoD directs that all Auditor Program GS-0511-Grades 7-11 personnel are validated at a Level Two FM Certification within the first 24 months of appointment.
  • Veteran's Preference will apply. DD Form 214's are required for Veteran's Preference. If claiming Veteran's Preference for disability a Disability VA letter must also be submitted.
  • Visit www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans to learn more about Veteran's Preference.
  • Position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Employee must complete the directed financial management certification for the position within 24 months of appointment to the position.
  • Must be eligible for entry into the financial management certification career program.
  • Must possess a valid state drivers license to operate government motor vehicles, for the state in which the applicant/employee lives or is principally employed, in accordance with Service specific Vehicle Operations Directives.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain the proper secret clearance within one year of appointment according to DoD Personnel Security Program Management Directives.

Qualifications

General Experience: Candidates must be skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately. Must be able to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communication. Must be able to write English in reports and presentation formats. Must be able to comprehend and/or apply problem-solving and negotiating techniques. Must be skilled in working with multiple software computer programs. Must be able skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings. Must be skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material. All on-board Series GS-0511 personnel must be certified at the next higher grade-level before being eligible for grade promotion to that level; and, must have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade immediately below the next higher level. However, for a new hire applicant, must have collective experiences that are commensurate or equivalent to the comptroller business with competencies of the auditor program's principles and concepts defined by the Series GS-0511 for a specific position. Specialized Experience: GS-0511-07: Must have at least six months of basic finance or audit training or competencies that provided knowledge of financial and audit principles and procedures. Must have an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the financial or audit business program requirements in regard to audit reporting; auditing principles; financial systems; and principles of accounting. GS-0511-09: Candidate should have level one certification awarded or will be able to obtain certification within 24 months or will be non-retained. Must have at least 12 months of finance or auditor experiences and present a full range of competencies that demonstrated the capabilities to apply auditing program principles and procedures. The applicant must have the competency to perform financial audits that included financial statements and financial related audits. The applicant has the ability to perform various auditing program requirements. The applicant must have experiences and training that demonstrated his or her abilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies and procedures. GS-0511-11: Candidate should have level one certification awarded or will be able to obtain certification within 24 months or will be non-retained. Must have at least 24 months of auditing experiences and competencies that provided knowledge of auditing principles and procedures. Candidate must have an excellent understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard audit business program requirements. An applicant must have demonstrated competencies to conduct audits in accordance with directives and policies; study and evaluate internal controls to determine the level of system reliability; and determine audit procedures needed to attain audit objectives in view of system reliability. An applicant must have experiences that concerned obtaining sufficient reliable evidence through inspection, observation, inquiries, and confirmation to provide a reasonable basis for an opinion in regard to the activity under examination. The applicant had auditor experiences, to include examinations and tests that used statistical and/or judgmental sampling of financial records and management controls to determine the degree of efficiency, economy, and effectiveness in which the audited activities discharged their financial responsibilities, or to determine that the financial records were maintained in accordance with applicable regulations. An applicant's experiences and education must demonstrate his or her ability to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies and procedures. RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE: A Recruitment Incentive of up to 10% may be authorized for new hires.

Education

Degree: Accounting; or a degree 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 six hours of credit in business law.
NOTE: The term "accounting" means "accounting or auditing" in this Series. Similarly, "accountant" is interpreted as "accountant or auditor."

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims.

To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Contacts

  • Address MA ARNG USPFO Internal Review 2 Randolph Road Hanscom AFB, MA 01731 US
  • Name: MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
  • Email: [email protected]

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