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 serve as Quality Assurance Manager/Auditor within the Financial Management organization to ensure the Comptroller Squadron complies with regulatory requirements. To plan, coordinate and perform comprehensive reviews, special studies, and selective internal examinations of base level financial management programs.

Duties

Ensures Effective Internal Controls. Oversight of Unit Self-Inspection Program. Manages the Financial Management Quality Assurance Program and Measures Organizational Performance. Promotes Continuous Improvement Practices. Base Administrator for Office of the Under-Secretary of Defense (OUSD) implemented FM Certification Program.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A background check required for employment
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Safeguards classified or sensitive information and/or files
• May be required to travel occasionally to workshops or conferences
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays
• 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 1599d. Incumbent shall comply with these requirements

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability of financial reporting; and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. In-depth knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques in order to research, develop, modify/maintain qualitative standards, develop statistical measures, and to identify, establish, and monitor trends. Skill in conducting studies and investigations, problem analysis, and determining the effectiveness of procedures and evaluating quality data upon which accurate management conclusions and decisions are based. OR EDUCATION: I have successfully completed a 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. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: I have less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, and I have at least one year of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, I have a combination of experience and education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of college transcripts. 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-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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: 1. Knowledge of commonly used accounting methods, practices, procedures, regulations, policies, and processes, and the ability to articulate this information to employees, supervisors, budget analysts, and various managers at local and command level. 2. Knowledge of missions, functions, goals, objectives, work processes, and sources of funding pertinent to installation programs/organizations. 3. Skill and Knowledge of financial management (military pay, civilian pay, and travel) and accounting terminology/structures, and the interrelationship of accounts and the effect of transactions on the overall system of ledgers. 4. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts and systems capabilities to accomplish required tasks; and an understanding of how the internal systems interact and relate to input and output data. 5. Ability to gather facts, assemble and analyze data reflected in accounting reports; evaluate methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions; and correct deficiencies. 6. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with and gain the cooperation of various levels of management within the federal and/or private sectors. And ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to justify, defend, present, and/or advise on 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: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

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.

Contacts

• Address JBSA Fort Sam Houston 2484 Stanley Rd, Bldg 2263, Ste 323 JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]