AUDITOR (PERFORMANCE)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This announcement is for 2 vacancies for an AUDITOR (PERFORMANCE), Position Description Numbers T5147P01/T5144P01, and is part of the MT National Guard, G8 Internal Review. Selecting Official: Amy Ophus *Also advertised on: USA Jobs - External to Category 7 (the public; veterans' preference DOES apply) at MT-13006683-T5-26-575 Indeed.com - Open to the public (veterans' preference DOES NOT apply) at AHA 26-614

Duties

Utilizing professional accounting and auditing knowledge, provides recommendations in the solution of accounting and operational problems and implementation of new or changed regulations, procedures, and analyses of automated systems. Conducts in-depth research and analysis in the coordination and resolution of problems. Develops position papers and fact sheets that interpret and explain reports and data. Performs a variety of internal review assignments of medium or advanced complexity that require ingenuity in applying conventional and advanced techniques in gathering and evaluating pertinent data. Utilizes professional accounting and audit skills to maintain oversight for implementing appropriate laws, directives, and regulations of internal control programs and procedures. Studies a variety of background material to gain program information and discover leads. Typically, this material would only include applicable Army and Air National Guard and state regulations and GAO guidelines. Prepares review plans based on use of the most appropriate advanced techniques. Conducts in-briefs with management officials. Explains the purpose and procedures for the review and answers questions. Performs survey work to identify potential operating problems. Prepares lead sheets to identify any potential weaknesses in internal controls that need further study. Documents the results in accordance with DoD, Army, Air Force, and Army and Air National Guard policies. Applies a wide range of evaluation techniques (e.g., interviews, computer assisted techniques, statistical analysis and questionnaires) in gathering, documenting, and summarizing data. Drafts reports, which present findings, identifies causative situations, and recommends corrective action. Discusses findings with activity level officials. Performs follow-up on agreed-to findings and recommendations. Provides unprogrammed, quick reaction troubleshooting capabilities wherein the objective is to prevent serious problems from developing. Performs other duties as assigned. (A copy of the Position Descriptions can be obtained from HRO upon request.) Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS Applicants must have experience that provided these knowledge, skills, and abilities: Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; Ability to comprehend and/or apply problem solving and negotiating techniques; Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to prepare reports and presentation formats. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-11: Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-09 grade level. Must have fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the audit occupational series and grade. Must have experience utilizing professional accounting and auditing knowledge, provides recommendations in the solution of accounting and operational problems and implementation of new or changed regulations, procedures and analyses of automated systems. Must have experience reviewing automated accounting and financial systems and identifies the need for changes to enhance system capability to track and report financial reports and operational data used by local management. Must have experience utilizing professional accounting and audit skills to maintain oversight for implementing appropriate laws, directives, and regulations of internal control programs and procedures. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS FOR GS-12: Must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level. Experience which provided fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the audit occupational series and grade. Must have experience performing a variety of assignments that are without precedent and that require considerable ingenuity in devising an approach. Must have experience utilizing professional accounting and audit skills to maintain oversight for implementing appropriate laws, directives, and regulations of internal control programs and procedures. Must have experience performing complex professional accounting and review activities involving the analysis of the accounting records. Must have experience evaluating system logic and guidelines necessary for developing automated processes from other than accounting system software to enhance the analysis capability of the unit and other resource managers. MUST address your experiences in detail on resume and in the assessment questionnaires as they relate to the specialized experiences, to be considered for this position and applicable grades.

Education

Must have one of the following: A. Degree: auditing; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, public administration or accounting. -OR- B. Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in Performance Auditing, or an equivalent combination of performance auditing experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: A certificate as a Certified Internal Auditor or a Certified Public Accountant, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in auditing or accounting, e.g., 15 semester hours. *MUST provide copies of all relevant transcripts/certifications to be considered for this position. Official transcripts may be required at a later date. *Other Important Information Applicants who meet one of the DoW Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section) Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoW MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoW Retained Grade Employees Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Documents for applicants who meet one of the DoW Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoW Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation: Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3) Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility. Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoW MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation: Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2) Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility. Applicant claiming Priority Placement Program, DoW Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation: DoW Retained Grade Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-1) SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status Copy of the notification letter the employee received (RIF or classification downgrade) Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation: DoW Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4) Sponsor's PCS Orders Proof of Military member's current active duty status Marriage Certificate How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Other Information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).