Accountant IV

Position Description:
Mastery of a wide range of quantitative and/or qualitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or the improvement of complex management processes in performance of a wide range of operational accounting issues, including cost accounting, property accounting, reimbursement accounting and all other relevant areas within financial management. Knowledge of government, NASA and KSC regulations, procedures, theories and practices relating to assigned systems sufficient to develop or modify software characteristics and accounting methods to meet functional requirements; thorough knowledge of and adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting principles (GAAP). Develops a mutually acceptable project plan which typically included identification of the work to be done, the scope of the project, and the deadlines for completion. Responsible for resolving complex issues that may cross multiple organizations and have a program impact. Cross-functional operational expert that can perform detailed analytical tasks on issues that cross over to the budget execution arena. Provide technical assistance to senior level management in the planning, designing, developing, evaluation and integration of effective financial management controls.

Qualifications:
Degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that has 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. At least 10-15 years of specialized experience as an accountant.

Candidates must have a Secret Clearance with ability to obtain at Top Secret.