Financial Analyst

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Major Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) System Delta 81 (SYD 81) at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado is searching for a Financial Analyst (NH-0501-03, GS-12/13 equivalent). Description: Step into a pivotal role shaping the future of space operations as the Financial Management Leader for the 11th Sustainment Squadron within STARCOM, where your primary purpose is to drive the financial strategy behind critical national security missions. In this dynamic position, you will take ownership of formulating strategic program goals, robust financial plans, and overarching policies that directly enable the commander's mission objectives. Beyond traditional analysis, you will serve as the indispensable primary civilian advisor to the 11 STS Materiel Leader, providing expert counsel and strategic foresight on all complex financial issues essential to the rapid development and fielding of cutting-edge Space Force Testing and Training capabilities. The ideal candidate brings proven expertise in executing complex financial plans and directing the daily operations of a financial management division within a government or intelligence framework. This seasoned leader excels at providing strategic advisory oversight to ensure strict compliance with all fiscal directives while masterfully managing the full lifecycle of major financial events, from initial fund allocation through to successful fiscal year-end closeout. Crucially, the candidate must possess practical knowledge and experience in applying cost estimating applications to rigorous acquisition requirements, and they must demonstrate the ability to successfully obtain and maintain a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance. Key Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of basic legislation, Congressional, DoD, DAF, and HQ SpOC policies, processes, procedures, precedents, regulations and requirements which govern programming and budgeting and their use throughout the program and budget cycle to perform such functions as developing current multi-year program requirements plans, and timetables; to assure that budgetary forecasts, estimates, and submission conform to requirements, guidelines, and financial objectives, and to develop budgetary guidance for and to review the formulation, justification, and execution of financial programs. Knowledge of all phases of the Federal budget process and the DOD planning, programming, and budgeting/execution systems. Professional knowledge of accounting practices, methods, techniques, and generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Knowledge of and skill in applying information pertaining to legislation, budget, oversight, automated systems, Air Force and joint strategic capabilities and operations. Skill in organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating budgetary data project results based on alternatives selected. Ability to apply various analytical methodologies and techniques to various requirements. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization. Ability to direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Qualifications

The 0501 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Promotion Potential

NH-None

How You Will Be Evaluated

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Benefits

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Who Can Apply

• Open to the public

Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide: Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

How to Apply

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What to Expect Next

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Other Information

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About the Agency

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available. To learn more about the United States Space Force Mission click here