Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform duties as Deputy Disbursing Officer and financial/accounting technician. Resolves complex problems, verify, and maintain financial and accounting transactions. Provides liaison functions between base organizations and Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS).

Duties

Perform Deputy Disbursing Officer (DDO) responsibilities. Serve as Functional and Technical Manager for all Finance-related requirements of the Eglin AFB Travel Card Program. Perform Central Disbursing System responsibilities. Prepare reports and perform or oversee other miscellaneous technical tasks in support of the accounting/financial functions. Fully support and participate in implementation of management programs, such as process improvements, other total quality initiatives, safety, security, and protection of Air Force assets and information.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position may require travel
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Safeguards classified or sensitive financial information and/or files.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.

Qualifications

Experience and qualification requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule clerical and administrative support positions, Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes in-depth or broad knowledge of a body of accounting procedures and techniques to understand and work with a total accounting system which involves different programs that generate a large variety of transactions. Knowledge of extensive and diverse accounting regulations, operations, and procedures governing a wide variety of types of related transactions to resolve nonstandard transactions, complaints, or discrepancies, provide advice, or perform other work that requires authoritative procedural knowledge. Knowledge of general ledger and subsidiary accounts in an account structure requiring a number of asset and liability control accounts and considerable subdivision of accounts. To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-CLER Click on the following link to view occupational requirements for this position: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0500/accounting-technician-series-0525/ FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of keeping and safeguarding public funds, and disbursing policies and procedures as it affects accounts under the Deputy Disbursing Officer (DDO). Knowledge of financial/accounting files, listings, and document control systems, as well as the relationships between accounts and the effect of debit and credit entries on the system of accounts. Knowledge of financial and internal control methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes. Knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of funding or expenses pertinent to installation programs/organizations. Knowledge of sources of factual information about and related to financial processes, such as that found in accounting reports, payroll records, work reports, or inventory and supply data. Knowledge of financial information systems technology and automated data processing concepts and applications to maintain or manipulate financial computer applications and systems, perform quality check of financial systems, and make recommendations on process improvements that will optimize system utilization. Skill in formulating, justifying, and/or executing assigned financial programs and processes. Ability to gather, assemble, and analyze data to prepare financial reports, , develop alternatives, and make recommendations to resolve financial problems. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on financial processes/actions. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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Contacts

• Address Eglin AFB 310 W Van Matre Ave Ste 102 Eglin AFB, FL 32542 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]