BUDGET ANALYST (Title 32)

1. Performs analytical research of financial data to plan, formulate, program, and execute annual operating budgets for the Training Center. Certifies funds and coordinates the receipt of funding documentation from multiple sources (may include Non-Appropriated Funds, NAF).

Produces monthly, summary, and quarterly reports on funding programs and allotments for these accounts to the program managers and leadership. Responsible for the budgetary planning and programming timetables for new and modified programs, deployments, mobilizations, exercises, and training events. Coordinates with subordinate directorates and tenant organizations for the evaluation and validation of budget proposals.

Completes reconciliation actions as needed. Performs monthly analysis of financed and obligated orders to forecast expenses and provide a narrative explanation of the causes of any variants between the actual and budgeted training objectives. Assures compensation is received from other government or civilian entities utilizing the training site for the purpose of training, research and development, or other uses.

Administers the reimbursable program and is responsible for the execution of the master cooperative agreements (MCA) and contracts. Develops "Schedule of Rates" to be used in billing reimbursable and training center tenants for costs of utilities and other services provided. Ensures that payment for services is received.

May be appointed to serve on a Funds Advisory Council in the role of Funds Manager. Responsible for the presentation of various reports to the Funds advisory Council. May serve as Government Purchase Card holder or Approving/Billing official.

1. Participates with developing and implements training center policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations pertaining to fiscal management, budgeting, funding, procurement, payroll, accounting, reporting, internal survey and audit at training center. Based on guidelines and funds available, determines proper obligations and commitment of funds.

Performs internal surveys or audits and develops internal controls for individual operating entities at the training center to ensure that the government's interest is protected. Is responsible for strict compliance with regulations that govern the expenditure of federal and state funds applicable to procurement and accounting under automated accounting systems. Formulates replies and takes appropriate action in response to inspections received from The Army Audit Agency (AAA), the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), and Federal Examiners pertaining to budgetary matters concerning installation appropriated or non-appropriated funds.

1. Directs the budget transactions involving general ledgers with several subsidiary ledgers for personnel, operations and maintenance, revolving funds, and state or federal appropriated and non-appropriated fund activities. Ensures that automated accounting is accomplished in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or other applicable guidelines. Review transactions based upon the interpretation of laws, regulations, and policy.
2. May oversee the work of one or two lower graded workers in the section. Establishes broad goals and objectives and provides technical guidance to lower graded workers. Oversees federal and state permanent, part time and temporary training site employees performing finance and accounting duties under federal and state automated accounting systems.

Approves/ disapproves leave and extensions, recommends incentive awards and promotions, initiates filling of position vacancies, interviews applicants and makes recommendations for appointment. Resolves complaints and grievances from employees, which can be informally resolved. Promotes acceptance and adherence of programs such as Equal Employment Opportunity, Federal Women's Program, Physically Handicapped, Labor-Management Relations and other special emphasis programs.

Maintains an effective position management program. Develops performance standards.

1. Performs other duties as assigned.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement.

This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.

Military Grades: Officer Minimum Grade - O-3/CPT Maximum Grade - O-4/MAJ Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard. IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position.

Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor).

Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.

If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the above general and specialized experience, to include following competencies- knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs): Detailed and intensive knowledge of the policies, goals, objectives, regulations, and guidelines of the budgeting program for the Army National Guard. Knowledge of computer-generated reports to ensure that changes in funding is reflected in the state adjustments. Ability to identify programs where short falls in funding will occur if funds management is not exercised to meet short suspense dates and times when the effects of state missions impact the budget.

Knowledge of budgetary laws, Department of the Army (DA), NGB, and USPFO policies and regulations and the internal control programs to ensure that review coverage is appropriate to meet established objectives. Knowledge of ARNG and state level financial management objectives, missions, policies, systems, and their relationship with national and local organizational elements to advise the Financial Manager on a wide range of budget management issues.

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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance This is an Army National Guard dual status technician position, which requires military membership.

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. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. 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.

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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/.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Resume: showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. DO NOT COPY THE GENERAL, SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE, KSAs AND DUTIES WORD FOR WORD AND PLACE INTO YOUR RESUME; YOU MUST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AS IT PERTAINS TO EACH STATEMENT.

1. Current Military Branch Career Data Brief: Air- Career Data Brief: can be obtained through vMPF using the following steps: Navigate to https://vmpf.us.af.mil/vMPFNet40/Hub.aspx > Login > Career Data Brief (CDB) > View CDB > Print to Microsoft PDF > Save as a PDF. Army- Soldier Talent Profile: can be obtained through IPPS-A using the following steps: Navigate to https://ipps-a.army.mil Login > PKI Login > (login with CAC) > OK > My Soldier Talent Profile > Print.

From here, you save the document as a PDF. If you are not currently serving in a Military compacity (any Branch or Service), please provide a letter of intent to join the National Guard. Failure to provide proper documents may result in disqualification.