FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN

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, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions 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 knowledge of accounting principles, methods, regulations, policies and procedures to locate discrepancies and errors. Understanding of account relationships and techniques to compile and verify accuracy of data. Understanding of the capabilities and limitations of software products to resolve problems and assist in the day-to-day operations of the financial management branch. Knowledge and skill to apply appropriate applications and tools in the various software packages used. 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. 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 and understanding of accounting operations and skill in identifying problems and deficiencies to ensure accuracy of financial data. 2. Knowledge of standard regulations and procedures governing implementation of accounting and finance systems. 3. Knowledge of accounting techniques and procedures sufficient to perform accounts examination or difficult reconciliation. 4. Knowledge of automated financial management programs. 5. Knowledge of the capabilities, operating characteristics, and advanced functions of a variety of types of office automation software. 6. Ability to interpret and apply routine procedural guidelines. And ability to communicate orally and in writing. 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.

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 the focal point in the Financial Management Office for assistance with the automated processes, automation projects and to assist as needed in the liaison office.

- Reconciles accounts. Analyzes listings and reports to maintain the integrity of the accounts. Locates discrepancies, determines source or error and takes necessary corrective action (s) - Receives and reviews source documents used in the commitment, obligation and expenditure processes. Establishes accounting records for the related transactions to ensure financial accountability and control of funds administered by the Financial Analysis Office. Examine documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and validity of accounting classification - Provides microcomputer and peripheral equipment support, installing and configuring software. Monitors Personal computers to ensure maximum utilization and that authorized programs are loaded correctly. Assists users with hardware problems such as printer malfunctions, locked up terminals or equipment malfunctions - Serves as the focal point for personal computer based programs; Personnel Budget Accounting System (PBAS) and Travel Budget Accounting Systems (TBAS). Solves customer problems in operating the program by telephone or on site visit. Conducts training in use of the software, as needed