FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: Financial Administration and Program Series 0501 for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 11/07/2024 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. GG-0501-11 You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GS/GG-09 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in financial analysis and financial management laws, policies and regulations to evaluate and prepare financial management data Experience with accounting principles, concepts and theories and the ability to apply them to theoretical and actual financial problems Experience with budget methods and procedures to evaluate or prepare budget executions and justifications. Experience with automated financial management and accounting systems or databases such as the Defense Agency Initiative (DAI), the Program Budget Account System (PBAS), Defense Travel System (DTS), or spreadsheet analysis. Experience tracking budget execution actions such as obligations, reprogramming, allocations, expenditures, etc. Experience communicating effectively to resolve issues, analyze reports, and respond to inquiries. GG-0501-12 You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GS/GG-11 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in financial analysis and financial management laws, policies and regulations to evaluate and prepare financial management data Experience with accounting principles, concepts and theories and the ability to apply them to theoretical and actual financial problems. Experience with budget methods and procedures to evaluate or prepare budget executions and justifications. Experience with automated financial management and accounting systems or databases such as the Defense Agency Initiative (DAI), the Program Budget Account System (PBAS), Defense Travel System (DTS), or spreadsheet analysis. Experience tracking budget execution actions such as obligations, reprogramming, allocations, expenditures, etc. Experience analyzing and interpreting complex legislation, policies and regulatory decisions to develop plans and guide managers. Experience preparing narrative material and reports to communicate specific guidance to program managers and decision makers. Experience communicating effectively to resolve policy issues, negotiate budget/financial requirements and respond to inquiries. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: Concepts, Policies, and Principles of Finance – Apply fiscal law, policies, regulations, principles, standards and procedures to financial management activities. Financial Management Analysis – Analyze, evaluate and review budget and program issues and financial data and reports utilizing business tools and applications, cost and analytical methodologies, and performance metrics to provide impacts of financial management solutions for decision-making. Financial Reporting – Prepare, review and reconcile financial statements and financial reports to meet reporting requirements and to support management decisions. Computer Skills – Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work. Customer Service – Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Budget Execution Division, seeks a Financial Management Analyst (FMA) to perform a variety of duties in the areas of general financial management, budget execution, and fiscal and accounting administrative operations. The FMA participates in the various phases of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process for diverse operating programs.