FINANCIAL MANAGER

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a FINANCIAL MANAGER, Position Description Number T5903600 and is part of the LA ANG 159TH FIGHTER WING, National Guard.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess knowledge, skills, and abilities for these individual occupational requirements: Skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; ability to plan, direct, and coordinate difficult and complex programs; ability to develop, apply, and adjust financial plans and policies to attain agency objectives; ability to select, develop, and supervise a subordinate staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, not only with subordinate staff, but with all levels of key management officials, the latter particularly requiring the exercise of tact, ingenuity, and resourcefulness; ability to apply a high level of sound and independent judgment in the solution of financial problems and in the administration of a financial management program; a broad knowledge of agency operating programs; a broad knowledge of and ability to utilize principles, methods, techniques, and systems of financial management; skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting program material; skill in training, mentoring, and problem solving; ability to make oral and written presentations in a clear and concise manner; ability to clearly enunciate English without impediment of speech that would interfere or prohibit effective communication; ability to write English in reports and presentation formats; ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least One (1) year of specialized experiences at the GS-12 level; AND/OR at least Thirty-six (36) months experience that provided in-depth knowledge of financial principles, procedures, and budget business program requirements.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Certification Level 3: THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 3 Certified position designated as such in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, section 1051, amending 10 United States Code, section 1599d.

Incumbent of this position is required to comply with all Department of Defense requirements of this certification program.

This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the required time may subject the incumbent to adverse action. Major Duties:

Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Directs the financial management policy in support of the Air National Guard installation to include dissimilar geographically separated units.

As the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer for Air (Fiscal), holds statutory authority and responsibility for the proper obligation, accounting, disbursement, and administrative control of all Federal funds allocated to the installation.

Determines the impact and implements courses of action regarding projected DOD, OSD, USAF, NGB, Inter-Service, and non-DoD federal government programs that affect Air National Guard plans, policies, and missions.

Problem resolution extends beyond fiscal management and requires internal synchronization, the coordination of external offices at all base command levels, and the involvement of financial entities outside the base.

Serves as the principal financial advisor and technical expert to the Wing Commander, Senior Management Staff, GSU Commanders, and the Financial Management Board.

Provides financial advisory services that contribute substantially to the plans, policies, decisions, and objectives of senior management.

Comprehends the unique mission, philosophy, and concepts of operation of commands or divisions subordinate to the Wing Commander in order to guarantee the financial success of related programs.

Maintains a high level of mission awareness by regularly attending staff meetings, formal briefings, and spontaneous informal sessions chaired or called by the Wing Commander.

Represents the Wing at nationwide financial meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops to determine the impact of Higher Headquarters decisions on local programs. 2.

Functions as the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer for Air (Fiscal) under ANGI 36-2, the accounting station's Certification Officer under the provisions of the Certification Officers Act of 1996, and as an agent of the US Treasury for all ANG federal disbursements and the associated pecuniary liabilities thereof.

Incumbent is responsible for interpretation and implementation of all Comptroller General decisions as to the legality, propriety, and solvency of all payments and entitlements, and for ensuring all expenditures are in compliance with federal statutes.

Implements sufficient internal controls that preclude Anti-Deficiency Act violations or obligations above the stated annual or multi-annual authorities, limitations, and dollar thresholds.

Researches, determines, and advises management regarding the use of non-appropriated funds when applicable. 3.

Directs and monitors the development, compilation, review, and submission of the annual financial plan, and conversion financial plans on an as-required basis.

Provides reliable fiscal and managerial data or information for short-term and long-range plans by analysis of mission requirements, rates of expenditure, programmatic and unforeseen changes, and funded or unfunded requirements.

Assessments and validity checks are based not only in terms of current year financial operations, but also with regard to the soundness of financial planning for future operations.

Funding and procedural information is broad in scope and plays a significant role in ongoing Wing/GSU operation and maintenance, training, construction, and all other investment proposals finalized by the Wing Commander.

Perspectives and advice contribute substantially to management's ability to train and equip assigned personnel in light of dynamic or evolving financial environments. 4.

Interprets, implements, and administers laws, procedures, regulations, and directives pertaining to various Air National Guard stand-alone, networked, or web-based financial systems, including Budget, Accounting, and Entitlement Disbursing.

As the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer for Air (Fiscal), establishes and implements policies as the National Guard Bureau's focal point for financial audits and Internal Management Control Reviews requiring compliance at every command level within the organization.

Serves as the Wing Commander's focal point for sensitive entitlement issues.

Responsible for implementing and finalizing risk management programs in order to train Senior Management and intensify fraud awareness.

Increases management's recognition of potential fraud, waste, and abuse by identifying the steps necessary to prevent such deficiencies and to guarantee the proper and economic management of financial resources issued by the National Guard Bureau via the United States Property and Fiscal Officer.

5. Perform other duties as assigned.