SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTANT

Apply SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTANT Department of Defense Defense Finance and Accounting Service DFAS - Dir/Site Support Office - Audit Support - Columbus Apply Print Share * * * * Save * Summary * This job is open to * Duties * Requirements * How you will be evaluated * Required documents * How to apply Summary Who may apply: Current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants and current DFAS VRA employees.

This job announcement uses the Subject Matter Expert Panel Assessment to evaluate applicants.

Summary Who may apply: Current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants and current DFAS VRA employees.

This job announcement uses the Subject Matter Expert Panel Assessment to evaluate applicants.

Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 12/05/2025 to 12/18/2025 Salary $109,966 to - $142,957 per year Pay scale & grade GS 13 Location 4 vacancies in the following location: Whitehall, OH Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) * 0510 Accounting Supervisory status Yes Security clearance Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process * National security Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number CO- Control number 851677500 This job is open to Help Internal to an agency Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

Clarification from the agency This announcement is open to current, permanent DFAS employees in the competitive service, Eligible DoD PPP Military Spouse preference applicants and current DFAS VRA employees.

Duties Help * Serves as an accounting expert and working supervisor.

* Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and supervises the work of employees involved in the receipt, control, balancing, and processing of financial data, statements and reports received from DFAS Customers.

* Reviews accomplishments of assigned personnel and team in terms of product/process quality, compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and timeliness.

* Assists the employee in developing performance standards and major performance objectives; works with the employee in the development of their individual development plan; appraises the performance of each team member.

* Ensures that procedures to correct and/or track erroneous or uncleared data, reports, or documentation are in place to detect and correct prior to release of final reports.

Requirements Help Conditions of employment * Must be a U.S Citizen or National.

* This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment.

Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.

* Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959). * Suitable for Federal employment.

* Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.

* Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification.

Qualifications This position has a positive education requirement.

To qualify for this position you must meet one of the basic requirements described below: 1.

Completion of all requirements for a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; 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 2.

Candidates may also qualify through a combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing courses, which may include up to 6 hours of business law, OR a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.

You need to send proof of education or of certification to be considered for this position.

Click here for more information on who must submit documentation at the time of application and what documentation is acceptable: Transcripts and Certifications.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement, qualified applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-12) in the Federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience is defined as experience such as: Providing professional accounting, finance and reporting services, management advice, or assistance to supported customers in the application of accounting theories, concepts, principles and standards to independently negotiate solutions to various issues related to operational accounting and finance work.

Time-in-Grade: Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement.

Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 or higher grade in Federal Service.

The effective date of your SF-50 must reflect that you will meet the 52-week time in grade requirement within 30 days of the announcement closing.

You may qualify for consideration if meeting time-in grade, specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.

Education Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.

Additional information * Moving expenses will be paid.

* The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable.

For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.

* For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.

* Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.

* We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion.

For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.

* Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.

* A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.

* We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.

* This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.

* Travel requirement is seldom.

* This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.

* Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance.

(See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, here.

* The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher.

Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date.

If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn.

Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment.

Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination.

For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.

* Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer.

Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (dfas.mil) for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act, exceptions, and DFAS contact information.

* This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment.

If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 2 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period.

Failure to become certified within the required time-frame may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service.

Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at: Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits Help A career with the U.S.

government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

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Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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

IMPORTANT NOTE - YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

ERRORS OR OMISSIONS MAY AFFECT YOUR RATING.You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement.

Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application and your responses to all assessments required for this position.

You will be assessed by a SME panel on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Benefits Help A career with the U.S.

government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.

As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents Required Documents Help You must provide a complete Application Package which includes: 1.

Resume: A two-page maximum resume is required.

Applicant guidance on the two-page resume requirement may be found at OPM.gov or at USAJ Resource Center.

2.

Complete initial Eligibility Questionnaire: Your resume must demonstrate the quality of your work as it relates to the experience requirements outlined in the job announcement.

3.

Other Supporting Documents.

4.

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here.

The following supporting documents are ONLY required if applicable to your personal qualifications or status.

They must be received by the closing date of the announcement.

1.

Transcripts and/or Certifications: You must submit documentation if you are substituting education for experience.

For additional information on acceptable documents or to see if you must submit documentation click here Transcripts and Certifications.

You must also document your education and/or certifications in your resume.

2.

SF-50: Current and former federal employees, including current and former DFAS employees, must submit their SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) reflecting their highest grade held on a permanent basis for at least 52 weeks, tenure, and appointment type.

Failure to provide this document may result in disqualification.

3.

Veterans Documentation: Click to review these authorities and documents verifying eligibility for a VEOA, VRA and/or 30% or more disabled veterans hiring authorities.

4.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, must be selected and placed at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level.

You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference.

To download the checklist, select "Save" or "Save As" instead of "Open." Save the document to your device then open it as a PDF.

Once the form is opened, select "Enable All Features" and the form will populate so that it can be completed.

5.

Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified.

You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference.

Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

6.

Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified.

You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference.

Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

7.

Retained Grade PPP Eligible: Retained Grade PPP applicants, must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified.

You must include a completed copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Retained Grade preference.

Click here to obtain a copy of the Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

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ICTAP Eligibles: A copy of the RIF separation notice and SF-50 if available.

9.

Other Special Hiring Authorities: Click here to review these authorities and the documentation you are required to submit.

10.

You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume.

Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility.

WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by 11:59 PM (EST) 12/18/2025, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

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