Duties

Summary

This position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Division of the Comptroller, Financial Reporting Branch

The supervisor is Patrice Williams-Johnson
This position is in the Bargaining Unit.

Expenses associated with interview and/or relocation will NOT be paid.

This position requires minimum travel.

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Responsibilities

Serve as senior accountant group lead in the Division of the Comptroller (DC), Financial Reporting Branch (FRB), which is responsible for the agency's accounting policy and general accounting operations and reporting. Will perform general accounting duties consistent with the functional responsibilities of the branch within the Division. Typical assignments include: assisting in the formulation, review and improvement of accounting policy, procedures and practices for NRC in conforming with Treasury, GAO and other procedures and practices; monitoring generally accepted accounting principles as promulgated by authoritative bodies (OMB/Treasury/FASAB/etc.) and interpreting their impact on the accounting and financial management operations of NRC; reviewing and approving accounting transactions; reconciling accounts; preparing accounting reports; reviewing, analyzing and resolving various accounting related matters; reviewing, approving, and submitting financial reports to OMB and Treasury; leading and rendering assistance to the branch staff on accounting and finance related matters; and participating in reviews and special assignments designed to improve internal controls and operating procedures.

Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
14

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• This is a Drug Testing position.
• Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires.

The idea candidate will possess:

Substantial knowledge, ability, and experience in interpreting and applying generally accepted accounting principles, standards and practices, including knowledge of federal accounting standards as they relate to accounts receivable, reconciliation, and requirements for preparing federal financial statements. Knowledge of Federal accounting in accordance with Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) accounting principles and standards and financial reporting in accordance with OMB and U.S. Treasury Financial Manual (TFM) reporting requirements. Knowledge of the U.S. Treasury Standard General Ledger and its application to core financial system transaction processing. Experience may include performing or leading monthly, quarterly and year-end accounting close activities, interacting with financial auditors, preparing financial statements, or preparing financial reports (e.g. Annual Financial Report (AFR), Government-wide Trial Balance Accounting System (GTAS) reporting, Intra-governmental Scorecard reporting, Report on Budget Execution (SF-133), Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA) reporting or similar Federal financial reports). Evidence of knowledge, ability, and experience may be based on recognition of a candidate's exceptional performance (e.g., awards, advancements, appraisals) and direct, recent experience that required interpretation and application of accounting principles and standards.

Extensive knowledge of computers (especially PC applications) and computer systems and software related to financial and accounting operations.

Extensive ability to interpret data from accounting and financial reports and assist in the development of such reports and preparation of accounting workpapers.

Extensive skill in presenting information, ideas and advice in a clear, concise, and logical manner, both orally and in writing.

Extensive ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with all levels of personnel.

Qualifications

All candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as extensive and direct experience leading financial statement reporting and accounting period closeout activities, expert level knowledge of Federal or AICPA accounting policies and guidelines, as well as experience with major financial accounting systems. Additionally, all qualified applicants should demonstrate extensive experience working independently with auditors on issues related to financial reporting, internal controls, and implementing financial management requirements for their organization.

Applications will be accepted from internal employees of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory on a permanent or competitive Term appointment, other permanent Federal employees who have completed a 1-year probationary period, and reinstatement eligible.

Veterans who are preference eligible or who have been separated from the Armed Forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more of continuous active service may apply.

Education

Knowledge of accounting principles and standards as evidenced by a four-year degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting (the 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law), OR an equivalent combination of college-level education (24 semester hours in accounting courses), training that provided professional accounting knowledge and accounting experience. NOTE: CPA, CGFM, or MBA is not required, but is desirable.

Additional information

Individuals who are eligible for non-competitive appointment under an OPM special appointing authority may apply for consideration under a comparable NRC non-competitive appointing authority.

The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Disability Program Coordinator at (301) 287-0727. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.

A transferable security clearance from another agency or a background investigation leading to a clearance is required for all new hires. To begin work at the NRC without a security clearance, you must be granted a temporary waiver of the required clearance, referred to as a 145(b) waiver. To be eligible for a 145 (b) waiver you need favorable education verification, and reference, credit, and criminal history checks. If a wavier is granted, the successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication is required for continued employment. If you have resided outside the U.S. for an extended period of time, the agency may not be able to (1) grant the 145(b) waiver where the required investigation cannot be completed in a timely manner, or (2) achieve timely completion of the background investigation required for a security clearance.

The NRC is a zero tolerance agency with respect to illegal drug use. Individuals selected for this position will be subject to pre-appointment drug testing unless currently in a NRC position subject to random drug testing AND will be subject to random drug testing upon appointment to the NRC.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.

Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.

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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
L Access Authorization

Drug test required
Yes

Required Documents

List of supplemental material that may be applicable:

If you are a NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available.

If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility.

If you are a Veteran claiming 5-point Veterans' Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other proof of eligibility. If you are a Veteran claiming 10-point Veterans' Preference, you must submit a SF-15, Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference, plus the proof required by that form. You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.

If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree, you must submit your College Transcripts.

All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:

1. Use the "USAJOBS" feature to download documents from your USAJOBS portfolio; or
2. use the "Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer. The following types of documents can be uploaded: .gif, .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pfg, and .doc; or
3. use the "Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to 1-571-258-4052.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.