Auditor

A qualified candidate’s online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07 or NQ-01) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

• Experience that demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of accounting and/or auditing skills to independently perform accounting/auditing, financial or compliance work and resolve related problems. (OR)
  
• 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master’s degree or equivalent graduate degree, in a related field. (OR)
  
• A combination of specialized experience and education, as described above.

For more details on qualifications, please see the OPM Qualification Standard .

Your application and resume should demonstrate that you possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). You are NOT required to provide a separate narrative written response. Rather, you must describe in your resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the KSAs identified below.

• Knowledge of the theories, principles, procedures and techniques in the field of auditing.
• Knowledge of the theories, principles, procedures and techniques in the field of accounting.
• Ability to perform audits and reviews of financial, operational and functional systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section, and score at least 85 on the assessment.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

• The US Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), 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.
• Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
• Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links below or visit the FedsHireVets website.
• If you are currently a military member on Active Duty, please refer to the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 to see what documentation should be submitted to be considered for appointment under a special Veterans hiring authority.
• More than two selections may be made from this vacancy announcement.
• Some positions may require completion of a probationary period.
• If you believe you are eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM CTAP/ICTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the CTAP or ICTAP programs, your application score must achieve a numerical score of 85 points (not including veterans preference points) on the job specific questions portion of the online questionnaire. You must also submit a copy of the agency notice of separation or intended separation, a copy of your most recent Performance Rating and a copy of your most recent SF-50.
• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959, who are required to register with the Selective Service under section 3 of the Military Selective Service Act , must be registered (or must have registered at the time they were required to do so) in order to be eligible for appointment.

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

Your application will be rated by the system using Category Rating. A quality review will be conducted by the HR Office and/or Subject Matter Expert (SME) based on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training described in your online resume/questionnaire as related to the duties of this position. The quality categories are defined as "Best Qualified", "Well Qualified", and "Qualified". Within each category, veterans preference eligibles will be listed at the top of the category.

If your resume is incomplete, or does not support the responses in your online questionnaire, you may be rated ineligible, not qualified, or your score may be adjusted.

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Background checks and security clearance

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.

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.