THIS IS A T5 EXCEPTED SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION. This FISCAL SYSTEMS ANALYST position, Position Description Number T5128P01, is part of the Montana Army National Guard, G8. (PD can be obtained from HRO) Selected candidates will NOT be required to be a member of the MTARNG. Selecting Official: Jaylynn Parcel Also Advertised As: GS-0501-09 MT-12127598-T5-23-479 (CAT 1-6, Veterans' Preference DOES NOT apply) GS-0501-11 MT-12127593-T5-23-481 (CAT 1-2, Veterans' Preference DOES NOT apply)

Duties

This position is located in the Army Comptroller Division of the US Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO). The purpose of the position is to perform the review and analysis of various procedures used to administer and operate the fiscal control systems of the state. This position also identifies, determines the cause of, and recommends corrective action to resolve difficulties, problems, and inefficiencies within these systems. This is an interim position for incumbents participating in a training program that will result in full qualification as a Staff Accountant. Plans, coordinates, and performs comprehensive reviews, special studies, and selective internal examinations of USPFO functions pertaining to Military and Civilian Pay, Commercial Accounts, and Travel (military, civilian, and dependent). Identifies problems associated with document flow and controls, inaccurate records and reports, regulatory compliance, conflicts with regulatory guidance, and correctness of payment and accounting for public funds. Analyzes and evaluates findings, determines types of corrective/improvement actions needed, and develops formal reports for submission to the Financial Manager (FM). Recommends changes to procedures and practices covering all functional areas, additional training, and changes in the utilization of resources. Confers with representatives of other local offices/directorates to resolve USPFO problems attributable to functions under their jurisdiction. Confers with representatives of higher headquarters to coordinate scheduled assistance visits; furnish requested data; provide information concerning completed or ongoing local reviews/projects; respond to questions; provide on-site assistance; discuss identified, but not fully resolved problems; and to obtain additional information to accomplish required or recommended actions and/or future program efforts. Reviews and analyzes reports received from various organizations, inside and outside the division, including reports produced by a variety of automated systems; and advises the FM of actions required or recommended. Discusses system or procedural problems and areas of potential improvement with supervisors and program managers of the systems being analyzed and local management information systems personnel. In coordination with them, provides technical advice and assistance to the USPFO in internal matters involving regulatory requirements, statutory provisions, procedures, systems; or problems arising from changes in mission, programs, or organizational structure. Monitors and assists in implementation of approved and directed procedural changes. Evaluates proposed regulatory changes and employee suggestions referred by the USPFO and provides comments and recommendations. 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.
• THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, section 1051, amending 10 United States Code, section 1599d.
• Must be able to obtain FM Level 2 Certification within 24 months.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
• This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: All series personnel performance levels must be validated at the next higher level before being eligible for merit promotion consideration to the GS-0501 graded-position and, must have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade immediately below the next higher level (of this agency). However, a new hire federal civilian service program applicant should have competent experiences that are equivalent or commensurate to the financial administration program business with demonstrated understandings of the program's principles and concepts defined by the applicable NG Title 5 Excepted Service Series GS-0501 position descriptions' resulting job analysis information and crediting plan data. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must be eligible for entry into the position's financial management certification career program based on the position's GS-grade before final approval and appointment is processed. The applicant must have at least three months of basic finance program training that provided knowledge of financial principles and procedures. The applicant must have a basic understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial business program requirements. The applicant must have at least 12 months of finance program experiences and competencies that provided knowledge of financial principles and procedures; that include: Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately. Ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communication. Ability to write English in reports and presentation formats. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; and, Skilled in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material. The applicant must have an understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the National Guard financial business program requirements. An applicant must have experiences and training that demonstrate his or her capabilities to follow directions, to read, retain, and understand a variety of instructions, regulations, policies and procedures. are considered qualified for the GS-09 Journeyman-level position. OR Applicants, who were prior service members or who are currently serving in a military component and completed the applicable military technical school skill financial training and have working experiences in the military finance programs, are considered qualified for the GS-09 entry level position. OR EDUCATION IN LIEU OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: To qualify for the National Guard GS-0501 Title 5 Excepted Service positions, on the basis of completed undergraduate or graduate education, the awarded college degree should be in one of -or- be a combination of the following disciplines: Accounting, business, finance, economics, math, statistics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizational management. To qualify as GS9 in 0501 series with education only the applicant must meet the standard listed in disciplines listed here at master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related. (MUST provide copies of all relevant transcripts to be considered for this position. Official transcripts may be required at a later date.)

Education

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma.
(A copy of the diploma may be required to be submitted at a later date.)

IF USING EDUCATION IN LIEU OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must submit copies of all relevant transcripts used to assist in qualifying for this position. (Official transcripts may be required at a later date.)

Contacts

• Address MT J8 1956 MT MAJO STREET Fort Harrison, MT 59636-4789 US
• Name: Jessica Wharton
• Email: [email protected]