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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

Air National Guard Units
Location
Fairchild AFB, WA
Compensation
$75,068 - $97,593 / year

How to apply

Apply on USAJOBS
USAJOBS control number
891810000
Application deadline
November 30, 2026

Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.

Required documents

Help (https://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52880875811091-How-to-understand-the-job-announcement#h_01M1M3QMBM3Z5NTF3DN1XXN6EV) To apply for this position, you are required to submit a complete application package. If you fail to provide this documents/information, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and will not be considered any further. Resumes must be in your own words. Resumes that are verbatim, from this announcement, will not be considered. A complete application package includes: Resume must NOT exceed two (2) pages, IAW Merit Hiring Plan (https://www.opm.gov/chcoc/transmittals/2025/Merit%20Hiring%20Plan%205-29-2025%20FINAL.pdf) and must include: Contact information Full Name Email Address Phone Number Relevant work history that demonstrates specialized experience for the position you are applying to Position Title Organization/Department/Unit Hours worked per week Dates (format must include Month and Year) you were/are employed and physically performing the work. Omit extended leave from your employment history. For example, if you hold a federal job but were on military leave for two years, do not list those two years under that position. Duties performed Series and grade for federal positions, if held Resumes exceeding 2 pages will not be considered. For more guidance please see new resume guidance. (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit) If your resume includes the below listed content, it will not be used to make an eligibility/qualification determination, and you will not be considered for this vacancy. Classified or government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Photos of yourself Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Do not include encrypted and/or digitally signed documents because they become corrupted and you will not receive credit for submitting them. If you are claiming: Priority Placement Program, DoD 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. Priority Placement Program, DoD 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. Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation:-DoD 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) Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation:- DoD Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4)- Sponsor's PCS Orders- Proof of Military member's current active duty status- Marriage Certificate If you believe you are eligible for Veteran's Preference in hiring, you must: Claim preference Provide supporting documentation If you are claiming Veterans' Preference for this vacancy, you are strongly encouraged to verify your eligibility and the type of preference you may receive before applying. To do so, please review and use the following official tools: Veterans' Preference Advisor (U.S. Department of Labor) Visit: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm (https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm) Follow the on-screen questions about your military service, discharge characterization, campaign/expedition medals, and disability rating (if applicable). The Advisor will provide an indication of whether you may be eligible for 5-point or 10-point veterans' preference, or if no preference applies. OPM Vet Guide for HR Professionals (U.S. Office of Personnel Management) Visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/) Review the sections explaining: Types of Veterans' Preference (5-point, 10-point) Preference eligibles and required documentation Other support documentation (optional or required based on the vacancy announcement) Cover Letter SF-50 (latest non-award SF-50) Transcript (s) 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 (https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation). 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.

Application instructions

Help (https://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52880875811091-How-to-understand-the-job-announcement#h_01M1M36SE2J384X5ZRS2A9YHG4) To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13099596 (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13099596) A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login)), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/). Agency contact information WA HRO Staffing Section Phone 253-512-8260 Email ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil (mailto:ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil) Address 141st Comptroller Flight 1403 W El Paso Ave Fairchild AFB, WA 99011-9413 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. You are encouraged to reach out to our office to verify that all required application materials have successfully been uploaded prior to the announcement closing. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.

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Job description

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

National Guard and reserves

Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency

1. All current Washington National Guard T5 employees 2. All current Washington National Guard T32 employees 3. All current and former Federal Employees 4. U.S. Citizens - Nationwide For areas 1, 2, 3, you must submit one SF 50 (or equivalent personnel action document, if your agency does not use SF 50s) to support your eligibility.

Overview

Telework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Remote jobNoRelocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $75,068 - $97,593 per year Pay scale & grade GS 11 Promotion potential None Work scheduleFull-timeTravel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Appointment typePermanentSupervisory statusNoFederal service typeThis job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a unionNoDrug testYesSecurity clearanceSecretFinancial disclosure requiredNoAnnouncement numberWA-13099596-AFT526-0210RB2Control number891810000

Occupations and job series

  • 0501 Financial Administration And Program

Summary

This is a Washington National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Technician position:
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Location:
141st Comptroller Flight
Fairchild AFB, Washington 99011-9413
Air National Guard Units
Appointment Type: Permanent, excepted service
Advertised as: Title 5
May be used to fill one or more vacancies.
*Ensure you read this announcement in its entirety, complete all application requirements, and your USA Jobs profile name is accurate*

Duties

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A GS-0501-11, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST:

  • Independently performs and examines financial management functions to ensure internal and external accounting systems and administrative controls are sufficient to confirm that obligations and disbursements comply with applicable laws, and that funds are safeguarded against waste, loss, and misappropriation.
  • Reviews accounting and pay documents, travel vouchers, and vendor payments to ensure supporting documentation is proper and valid.
  • Performs post-audit voucher reviews.
  • Aggregates data from multiple financial and accounting systems and sources in order to directly or indirectly provide the Comptroller, Wing Commander, United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Unites States Air Force (USAF), DFAS, Department of the Treasury and senior level management with accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Ensures the proper documentation, accounting, and auditability of funds, and their traceability to the USPFO in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and/or applicable laws.
  • Analyzes and accurately processes financial services transactions (i.e., payroll, debts, and miscellaneous entitlements) while applying quality assurances techniques.
  • Resolves complex functional problems within the pay system for affected customers. Develops recommendations for actions under uncertain conditions with short and rapidly changing program deadlines.
  • Facilitates the resolution of intricate entitlement discrepancies for serviced customers, and ensures proper interfaces with appropriate DoD agencies and federal financial systems.
  • Executes full spectrum pay and entitlement operations (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounting, and Travel Pay).
  • Provides expert interpretation on DoD and DFAS regulatory and administrative guidelines in accordance with generally accepted principles.
  • Interprets policies and collaborates with the financial management enterprise to facilitate best practices and compliance assurance.
  • Analyzes and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability off financial reporting; compliance with policies, regulations, applicable laws and guidance; and ensures that internal controls are in place.
  • Determines the legality of entitlements/collection actions and provides decision support to the Financial Manager.
  • Processes data and performs broad-in-depth financial analysis of interrelated accounting, military and civilian pay, accounts payable and receivable, and various travel entitlements to resolve especially difficult and sensitive, out-of-balance conditions associated with processing actions within Financial Management systems.
  • Analyzes and evaluates data to conduct a variety of fiscal reconciliations, reviews, and account adjustments.
  • Analyzes diverse financial management technical methods, techniques, precedent cases, and procedures to resolve an extensive range of difficult financial issues or problems.
  • Reconciles Resource Center Manager(RCM) accounts ensuring data integrity.
  • Coordinates with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and posts validated accounts to the General Ledger.
  • Resolves pay and entitlement problems unique to the customer.
  • Manages and executes internal control procedures to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
General experience is 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 36 months of fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

***Note: If this vacancy announcement indicates Specialized Experience, "1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level", you must provide your last SF 50, if you are a current or former Federal Employee and you want to be considered under this provision.

Education

Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED

Degree Required: N/A

Combination of Specialized Experience and Education:
The applicant's educational degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience: Completed undergraduate or graduate education, the awarded college degree should be in one of, or a combination of the following disciplines: accounting, business, finance, economics, math, statistics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizational management.

Degree Required to qualify with Education Only (No Specialized Experience):
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

or

3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree

or

LL.M., if related

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment.

Additional 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

- Certain incentive(s) may be available pending funding and approval but are not guaranteed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

If you are unable to upload a document online please send the document via email to our WA HRO Distro Box.

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.

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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. Learn 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.

How you will be evaluated

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

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. Your responses must be supported by your application package or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, as well as the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.

  • Extensive knowledge of military pay and allowances, civilian pay and allowances, vendor payments, and travel entitlements. A detailed grasp of governing regulations and a thorough understanding of pertinent laws, regulations, and other technical criteria in order to determine propriety of entitlements and pay. Detailed knowledge of related financial regulations and rulings covering diverse types of pay transactions to typically function as a technical authority for the resolution of an extensive range of issues or problems.
  • Detailed knowledge of multiple financial and accounting systems in order to perform studies related to management improvement, productivity improvement and management controls to analyze and evaluate criteria for the enhancement of all assigned Pay programs (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounts Payable, and Travel Pay).
  • Knowledge of automated financial systems to participate in a variety of required operations audits and analytical reviews related to pay entitlement determinations. Specific knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office suites of Access and Excel. Knowledge of and ability to gather, assemble, analyze and prepare both short and long term strategy for presenting, explaining, and documenting budget requests and justifying to management officials.
  • Skill in preparing reports and in organizing and delivering briefings to managers, and wing leadership to encourage understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Extensive knowledge of military pay and allowances, civilian pay and allowances, vendor payments, and travel entitlements. A detailed grasp of governing regulations and a thorough understanding of pertinent laws, regulations, and other technical criteria in order to determine propriety of entitlements and pay.

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you are required to submit a complete application package. If you fail to provide this documents/information, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and will not be considered any further. Resumes must be in your own words. Resumes that are verbatim, from this announcement, will not be considered.

A complete application package includes:

  1. Resume must NOT exceed two (2) pages, IAW Merit Hiring Plan and must include:
    • Contact information
      • Full Name
      • Email Address
      • Phone Number
    • Relevant work history that demonstrates specialized experience for the position you are applying to
      • Position Title
      • Organization/Department/Unit
      • Hours worked per week
      • Dates (format must include Month and Year) you were/are employed and physically performing the work.
        • Omit extended leave from your employment history. For example, if you hold a federal job but were on military leave for two years, do not list those two years under that position.
      • Duties performed
      • Series and grade for federal positions, if held
    • Resumes exceeding 2 pages will not be considered. For more guidance please see new resume guidance.
    • If your resume includes the below listed content, it will not be used to make an eligibility/qualification determination, and you will not be considered for this vacancy.
      • Classified or government sensitive information
      • Social Security Number (SSN)
      • Photos of yourself
      • Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  2. Do not include encrypted and/or digitally signed documents because they become corrupted and you will not receive credit for submitting them.
  3. If you are claiming:
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD 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.
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD 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.
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation:-DoD 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)
    • Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation:- DoD Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4)- Sponsor's PCS Orders- Proof of Military member's current active duty status- Marriage Certificate
  4. If you believe you are eligible for Veteran's Preference in hiring, you must:
    • Claim preference
    • Provide supporting documentation
      • If you are claiming Veterans' Preference for this vacancy, you are strongly encouraged to verify your eligibility and the type of preference you may receive before applying. To do so, please review and use the following official tools:

      • Veterans' Preference Advisor (U.S. Department of Labor)
        • Visit: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm
        • Follow the on-screen questions about your military service, discharge characterization, campaign/expedition medals, and disability rating (if applicable).
        • The Advisor will provide an indication of whether you may be eligible for 5-point or 10-point veterans' preference, or if no preference applies.
      • OPM Vet Guide for HR Professionals (U.S. Office of Personnel Management)
        • Visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
        • Review the sections explaining:
          • Types of Veterans' Preference (5-point, 10-point)
          • Preference eligibles and required documentation
  5. Other support documentation (optional or required based on the vacancy announcement)
    • Cover Letter
    • SF-50 (latest non-award SF-50)
    • Transcript (s)

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.

How to Apply

Help

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13099596

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

WA HRO Staffing Section Phone 253-512-8260 Email ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil Address 141st Comptroller Flight
1403 W El Paso Ave
Fairchild AFB, WA 99011-9413
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. You are encouraged to reach out to our office to verify that all required application materials have successfully been uploaded prior to the announcement closing. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

About employer

The United States federal government offers civilian positions across its agencies and offices.

Employment type
Full-time
Date posted
Nov 05, 2026
Fairchild AFB, Washington

How to apply

Apply on USAJOBS
USAJOBS control number
891810000
Application deadline
November 30, 2026

Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.

Required documents

Help (https://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52880875811091-How-to-understand-the-job-announcement#h_01M1M3QMBM3Z5NTF3DN1XXN6EV) To apply for this position, you are required to submit a complete application package. If you fail to provide this documents/information, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and will not be considered any further. Resumes must be in your own words. Resumes that are verbatim, from this announcement, will not be considered. A complete application package includes: Resume must NOT exceed two (2) pages, IAW Merit Hiring Plan (https://www.opm.gov/chcoc/transmittals/2025/Merit%20Hiring%20Plan%205-29-2025%20FINAL.pdf) and must include: Contact information Full Name Email Address Phone Number Relevant work history that demonstrates specialized experience for the position you are applying to Position Title Organization/Department/Unit Hours worked per week Dates (format must include Month and Year) you were/are employed and physically performing the work. Omit extended leave from your employment history. For example, if you hold a federal job but were on military leave for two years, do not list those two years under that position. Duties performed Series and grade for federal positions, if held Resumes exceeding 2 pages will not be considered. For more guidance please see new resume guidance. (https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit) If your resume includes the below listed content, it will not be used to make an eligibility/qualification determination, and you will not be considered for this vacancy. Classified or government sensitive information Social Security Number (SSN) Photos of yourself Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Do not include encrypted and/or digitally signed documents because they become corrupted and you will not receive credit for submitting them. If you are claiming: Priority Placement Program, DoD 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. Priority Placement Program, DoD 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. Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation:-DoD 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) Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation:- DoD Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4)- Sponsor's PCS Orders- Proof of Military member's current active duty status- Marriage Certificate If you believe you are eligible for Veteran's Preference in hiring, you must: Claim preference Provide supporting documentation If you are claiming Veterans' Preference for this vacancy, you are strongly encouraged to verify your eligibility and the type of preference you may receive before applying. To do so, please review and use the following official tools: Veterans' Preference Advisor (U.S. Department of Labor) Visit: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm (https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm) Follow the on-screen questions about your military service, discharge characterization, campaign/expedition medals, and disability rating (if applicable). The Advisor will provide an indication of whether you may be eligible for 5-point or 10-point veterans' preference, or if no preference applies. OPM Vet Guide for HR Professionals (U.S. Office of Personnel Management) Visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/) Review the sections explaining: Types of Veterans' Preference (5-point, 10-point) Preference eligibles and required documentation Other support documentation (optional or required based on the vacancy announcement) Cover Letter SF-50 (latest non-award SF-50) Transcript (s) 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 (https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation). 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.

Application instructions

Help (https://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52880875811091-How-to-understand-the-job-announcement#h_01M1M36SE2J384X5ZRS2A9YHG4) To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13099596 (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13099596) A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login)), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ (https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/). Agency contact information WA HRO Staffing Section Phone 253-512-8260 Email ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil (mailto:ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil) Address 141st Comptroller Flight 1403 W El Paso Ave Fairchild AFB, WA 99011-9413 US Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. You are encouraged to reach out to our office to verify that all required application materials have successfully been uploaded prior to the announcement closing. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

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Job description

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

National Guard and reserves

Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency

1. All current Washington National Guard T5 employees 2. All current Washington National Guard T32 employees 3. All current and former Federal Employees 4. U.S. Citizens - Nationwide For areas 1, 2, 3, you must submit one SF 50 (or equivalent personnel action document, if your agency does not use SF 50s) to support your eligibility.

Overview

Telework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Remote jobNoRelocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $75,068 - $97,593 per year Pay scale & grade GS 11 Promotion potential None Work scheduleFull-timeTravel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Appointment typePermanentSupervisory statusNoFederal service typeThis job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a unionNoDrug testYesSecurity clearanceSecretFinancial disclosure requiredNoAnnouncement numberWA-13099596-AFT526-0210RB2Control number891810000

Occupations and job series

  • 0501 Financial Administration And Program

Summary

This is a Washington National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Technician position:
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST
Location:
141st Comptroller Flight
Fairchild AFB, Washington 99011-9413
Air National Guard Units
Appointment Type: Permanent, excepted service
Advertised as: Title 5
May be used to fill one or more vacancies.
*Ensure you read this announcement in its entirety, complete all application requirements, and your USA Jobs profile name is accurate*

Duties

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A GS-0501-11, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST:

  • Independently performs and examines financial management functions to ensure internal and external accounting systems and administrative controls are sufficient to confirm that obligations and disbursements comply with applicable laws, and that funds are safeguarded against waste, loss, and misappropriation.
  • Reviews accounting and pay documents, travel vouchers, and vendor payments to ensure supporting documentation is proper and valid.
  • Performs post-audit voucher reviews.
  • Aggregates data from multiple financial and accounting systems and sources in order to directly or indirectly provide the Comptroller, Wing Commander, United States Property and Fiscal Officer (USPFO), National Guard Bureau (NGB), Unites States Air Force (USAF), DFAS, Department of the Treasury and senior level management with accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Ensures the proper documentation, accounting, and auditability of funds, and their traceability to the USPFO in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and/or applicable laws.
  • Analyzes and accurately processes financial services transactions (i.e., payroll, debts, and miscellaneous entitlements) while applying quality assurances techniques.
  • Resolves complex functional problems within the pay system for affected customers. Develops recommendations for actions under uncertain conditions with short and rapidly changing program deadlines.
  • Facilitates the resolution of intricate entitlement discrepancies for serviced customers, and ensures proper interfaces with appropriate DoD agencies and federal financial systems.
  • Executes full spectrum pay and entitlement operations (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounting, and Travel Pay).
  • Provides expert interpretation on DoD and DFAS regulatory and administrative guidelines in accordance with generally accepted principles.
  • Interprets policies and collaborates with the financial management enterprise to facilitate best practices and compliance assurance.
  • Analyzes and measures the effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; reliability off financial reporting; compliance with policies, regulations, applicable laws and guidance; and ensures that internal controls are in place.
  • Determines the legality of entitlements/collection actions and provides decision support to the Financial Manager.
  • Processes data and performs broad-in-depth financial analysis of interrelated accounting, military and civilian pay, accounts payable and receivable, and various travel entitlements to resolve especially difficult and sensitive, out-of-balance conditions associated with processing actions within Financial Management systems.
  • Analyzes and evaluates data to conduct a variety of fiscal reconciliations, reviews, and account adjustments.
  • Analyzes diverse financial management technical methods, techniques, precedent cases, and procedures to resolve an extensive range of difficult financial issues or problems.
  • Reconciles Resource Center Manager(RCM) accounts ensuring data integrity.
  • Coordinates with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and posts validated accounts to the General Ledger.
  • Resolves pay and entitlement problems unique to the customer.
  • Manages and executes internal control procedures to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • A resume and supporting documents must be submitted (see "How to Apply").
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • Duties and responsibilities may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
General experience is 3 years of progressively responsible experience, 1 year of which was equivalent to at least GS-4, that demonstrates the ability to: Analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; Plan and organize work; and Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Ability to prepare reports and presentation formats.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 36 months of fundamental working experiences with a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.

***Note: If this vacancy announcement indicates Specialized Experience, "1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level", you must provide your last SF 50, if you are a current or former Federal Employee and you want to be considered under this provision.

Education

Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED

Degree Required: N/A

Combination of Specialized Experience and Education:
The applicant's educational degree study program or military or civilian academic courses may substitute for some specialized experience: Completed undergraduate or graduate education, the awarded college degree should be in one of, or a combination of the following disciplines: accounting, business, finance, economics, math, statistics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizational management.

Degree Required to qualify with Education Only (No Specialized Experience):
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

or

3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree

or

LL.M., if related

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment.

Additional 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

- Certain incentive(s) may be available pending funding and approval but are not guaranteed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

If you are unable to upload a document online please send the document via email to our WA HRO Distro Box.

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.

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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. Learn more about federal benefits.

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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.

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. Your responses must be supported by your application package or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, as well as the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.

  • Extensive knowledge of military pay and allowances, civilian pay and allowances, vendor payments, and travel entitlements. A detailed grasp of governing regulations and a thorough understanding of pertinent laws, regulations, and other technical criteria in order to determine propriety of entitlements and pay. Detailed knowledge of related financial regulations and rulings covering diverse types of pay transactions to typically function as a technical authority for the resolution of an extensive range of issues or problems.
  • Detailed knowledge of multiple financial and accounting systems in order to perform studies related to management improvement, productivity improvement and management controls to analyze and evaluate criteria for the enhancement of all assigned Pay programs (Military Pay, Civilian Pay, Accounts Payable, and Travel Pay).
  • Knowledge of automated financial systems to participate in a variety of required operations audits and analytical reviews related to pay entitlement determinations. Specific knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office suites of Access and Excel. Knowledge of and ability to gather, assemble, analyze and prepare both short and long term strategy for presenting, explaining, and documenting budget requests and justifying to management officials.
  • Skill in preparing reports and in organizing and delivering briefings to managers, and wing leadership to encourage understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Extensive knowledge of military pay and allowances, civilian pay and allowances, vendor payments, and travel entitlements. A detailed grasp of governing regulations and a thorough understanding of pertinent laws, regulations, and other technical criteria in order to determine propriety of entitlements and pay.

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you are required to submit a complete application package. If you fail to provide this documents/information, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and will not be considered any further. Resumes must be in your own words. Resumes that are verbatim, from this announcement, will not be considered.

A complete application package includes:

  1. Resume must NOT exceed two (2) pages, IAW Merit Hiring Plan and must include:
    • Contact information
      • Full Name
      • Email Address
      • Phone Number
    • Relevant work history that demonstrates specialized experience for the position you are applying to
      • Position Title
      • Organization/Department/Unit
      • Hours worked per week
      • Dates (format must include Month and Year) you were/are employed and physically performing the work.
        • Omit extended leave from your employment history. For example, if you hold a federal job but were on military leave for two years, do not list those two years under that position.
      • Duties performed
      • Series and grade for federal positions, if held
    • Resumes exceeding 2 pages will not be considered. For more guidance please see new resume guidance.
    • If your resume includes the below listed content, it will not be used to make an eligibility/qualification determination, and you will not be considered for this vacancy.
      • Classified or government sensitive information
      • Social Security Number (SSN)
      • Photos of yourself
      • Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  2. Do not include encrypted and/or digitally signed documents because they become corrupted and you will not receive credit for submitting them.
  3. If you are claiming:
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD 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.
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD 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.
    • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Employees must submit the following documentation:-DoD 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)
    • Priority Placement Program, Military Spouse Preference must submit the following documentation:- DoD Military Spouse Preference Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-4)- Sponsor's PCS Orders- Proof of Military member's current active duty status- Marriage Certificate
  4. If you believe you are eligible for Veteran's Preference in hiring, you must:
    • Claim preference
    • Provide supporting documentation
      • If you are claiming Veterans' Preference for this vacancy, you are strongly encouraged to verify your eligibility and the type of preference you may receive before applying. To do so, please review and use the following official tools:

      • Veterans' Preference Advisor (U.S. Department of Labor)
        • Visit: https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm
        • Follow the on-screen questions about your military service, discharge characterization, campaign/expedition medals, and disability rating (if applicable).
        • The Advisor will provide an indication of whether you may be eligible for 5-point or 10-point veterans' preference, or if no preference applies.
      • OPM Vet Guide for HR Professionals (U.S. Office of Personnel Management)
        • Visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/
        • Review the sections explaining:
          • Types of Veterans' Preference (5-point, 10-point)
          • Preference eligibles and required documentation
  5. Other support documentation (optional or required based on the vacancy announcement)
    • Cover Letter
    • SF-50 (latest non-award SF-50)
    • Transcript (s)

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.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13099596

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

WA HRO Staffing Section Phone 253-512-8260 Email ng.wa.waarng.list.hro-staffing@army.mil Address 141st Comptroller Flight
1403 W El Paso Ave
Fairchild AFB, WA 99011-9413
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. You are encouraged to reach out to our office to verify that all required application materials have successfully been uploaded prior to the announcement closing. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

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