Financial Management Analyst

This position is being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for Financial Management Experts. DFAS has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified candidates possessing a finance, accounting, management, or actuarial science degree, or a related degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study, or equivalent experience, related to the functions of the position to be filled. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location. We reserve the right to close this announcement early or to extend, as appropriate, based upon the needs of the Agency. Qualified application packages may be referred to management at various points in the selection process depending on the number and timing of applications received. Selections may be made at any point during the announcement open period.

• Responsibilities
• Analyze, plan, and evaluate directorate functions to determine validity, propriety, accuracy, and adequacy of work processes.
• Apply knowledge of automated systems and regulatory/statutory requirements to identify problems.
• Examine wide variety of documents, records, and related reports, and processes, to ensure accordance with Government Accountability Office (GAO) procedures and regulations.
• Provide financial management technical advice and assistance to functional directorates in identifying problem areas.
• Interpret applicable guidelines and regulations to assist in implementation of directed internal procedural changes to accomplish financial management objectives.
• Perform analysis and make recommendations for corrective or enhancement actions to ensure the adequacy of the internal control operations.
• Conditions of Employment
• Must be a U.S Citizen
• Background Investigation
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
• Suitable for federal employment
• Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification
• 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.

Qualifications

Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe the full scope of your work experiences in your resume.

One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade GS-09 within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

Specialized experience is defined as: applying knowledge of financial management laws, policies and regulations to assist with financial management and operational reviews examining work processes, records, structures and systems; identifying areas for improvement and advising on recommendations or corrective actions; and providing finance management support to leadership to help them carry out financial missions.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.