Summary This position is part of the Naval Reactors Laboratory Field Office, Department of Energy. This position is covered by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Demonstration Project. The NQ-02 pay band is equivalent to the GS-9-12 grade levels, the NQ-03 is equivalent to the GS-13-14 grade levels. For more information on the NNSA Demonstration Project & Pay Band/Salary Tables, contact the HR Consultant listed on this vacancy announcement. Responsibilities As an Auditor, NQ-02, you will: Provide audit services for the Naval Reactors program, as well as other Government contracts. Plan, develop, review and implement audit programs and procedures for audit assignments. Perform audits involving cost determinations, indirect cost distributions, and expense allocations in accordance with the terms and conditions in the operating contract. Perform pre-award audits of rate proposals submitted by the operating contractor. Prepare comprehensive reports of audits or examinations, setting forth the results of the reviews, and recommendations for correction of deficiencies and for adjustment of discrepancies. Formulate and present recommendations to the supervisor for review, evaluation and determination of administrative action. As an Auditor, NQ-03, in addition to the duties listed above you will: Provide comprehensive contract and performance audit services for the NRLFO, other DOE programs, and other Federal agencies having work with contractors and subordinate organizations. Interact with the internal peers and colleagues, as well as Department of Energy Office of the Inspector General and/or other external audit agencies, as appropriate, to complete work. Conduct audits with minimal oversight and supervision, working independently or in small teams, as appropriate, to complete work and solve complex problems. Advise and assist Lead Auditor and/or Supervisory Auditor in developing and recommending changes to audit and oversight policies and procedures. May serve as the contracting officer representative for third-party audit services. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: For an NQ-02: 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-7 or equivalent] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: In-depth knowledge of accounting and/or auditing skills to perform accounting/auditing, financial, or compliance work and resolve related problems; along with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively regarding accounting or auditing issues; (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 an NQ-03: 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-12 or equivalent] in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Experience conducting complex and/or controversial audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) or similar standards; Ability to Independently plan and perform all phases of audits demonstrating thorough knowledge of audit standards and accounting practices; and Ability to communicate complex and controversial issues, justifying conclusions reached, and recommending course of action. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: IOR: Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF AND IOR: All Professional Auditor Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0500/auditing-series-0511/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Time-In-Grade/Band: Current federal employees must meet time-in-grade/pay band requirements to be eligible for consideration. Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade/band any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade/pay band requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. For an NQ-02 position you must have served 52 weeks as a GS-7 or equivalent. For an NQ-03 position you must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 or equivalent. The grade /pay band may have been in any occupation, and must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade/pay band eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide additional SF-50s that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade/pay band. We will not make assumptions that this requirement has been met. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties, we cannot make assumptions regarding your experience) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary Education BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR AUDITOR: Degree: accounting, auditing; or a degree including auditing courses in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law; A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. EDUCATION: You MUST provide transcripts to support your education claims. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.