Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DOD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

The incumbent will serve as a professional Accountant responsible for analyzing financial data, resolving accounting issues, and providing recommendations that support effective financial operations.

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and accounting issues.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Audit invoice transactions to verify proper accounting and payment processing.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports to support management decisions and financial planning.
• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls to identify weaknesses and improve accuracy.
• Research financial transactions on invoices, and certify vendor payments.
• Monitor accounts payable reports to ensure accurate payable balances and timely resolution of open items.
• Recommend corrective actions to improve accounting operations, data integrity, and financial reporting.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• This is a DOD Financial Management position. The incumbent must complete training and meet position requirements for certification at Level 2 within 2 years of appointment.