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Position Title: STAFF ACCOUNTANT- Accepting Resumes from Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A)
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission
Announcement Number: 23-OCEX-11823758-RT Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 to Thursday, June 8, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Have you served on a Schedule C appointment or as a political appointee anytime within the last 5 years?

A. Yes

B. No

4. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.

A. Yes

B. No

5. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

recently separated (within the past 3 years);
are a disabled veteran;
served on active duty during a war, campaign or expedition; OR,
received an Armed Forces Service Medal?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. If claiming disability preference, you must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Los Angeles, CA

B. San Francisco, CA

C. Denver, CO

D. Washington, DC

E. Miami, FL

F. Atlanta, GA

G. Chicago, IL

H. Boston, MA

I. New York, NY

J. Philadelphia, PA

K. Fort Worth, TX

L. Salt Lake City, UT

2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

3. From the options below, please indicate the choice that BEST describes your situation:

A. I am an external candidate and I certify that I have read and understand that should I be selected for the position, the resume and application materials I have submitted will be used to determine salary. I also understand that I will not be permitted to provide an updated resume to OHR after the application period has closed.

B. I am a current SEC employee and I certify that I have read and understand that should I be selected for this position and it results in a promotion, the standard percentage increase will be applied (i.e., 6% for non-supervisory and 10% for supervisory positions) to determine my salary. I also understand that should I be selected for this position and it results in lateral movement (i.e. no change in grade) I will maintain my current salary.

4. How did you hear about this position?

5. Please specify based on your selection above as applicable:

Thank you for your interest in the Staff Accountant position with United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

Basic Education Requirement

1. Please select the statement that best describes your education and/or experience.

A. I have a degree in accounting or auditing.

B. I completed 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting or auditing courses, of which no more than 6 semester/9 quarter hours were in business law; AND four years of experience in accounting and/or auditing or an equivalent combination of experience, college-level education, and training in accounting and/or auditing.

C. I am a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; AND have four years of experience in accounting and/or auditing, or an equivalent combination of experience, college-level education, and training in accounting and/or auditing.

D. I have four years of experience in accounting and/or auditing, or an equivalent combination of experience, college-level education, and training, AND have completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but less than the required 24 semester/36 quarter hours, AND have successfully worked at the full performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, AND a panel of professional accountants or auditors have determined that my accounting/auditing knowledge is comparable to that associated with a 4-year course of study, AND have education, training, and experience fully meeting the requirements of the position except for the 24 semester/36 quarter hours in accounting and/or auditing.

E. My level of education and/or experience is less than as described above.

Please answer the questions to below to describe your experience as a Staff Accountant.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

2. CF: Do you have experience preparing, reviewing, or auditing financial statements included in public company SEC filings?

A. Yes

B. No

3. CF: Do you have experience applying knowledge of accounting and financial reporting requirements such as those related to Securities and Exchange Commission rules and regulations, U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board, and other interpretative regulatory documents?

A. Yes

B. No

4. CF: Do you have experience recommending the resolution of accounting and/or financial reporting issues?

A. Yes

B. No

5. EX: Do you have experience Performing examinations, investigations, audits, or internal compliance reviews of securities-related financial institutions such as investment advisers, investment companies, broker-dealers, clearing agencies, or transfer agents?

A. Yes

B. No

6. EX: Do you have experience developing and implementing tests of internal controls or internal risk management programs (such as enterprise or operational risk management)?

A. Yes

B. No

7. EX: Do you have experience applying forensic accounting techniques and analyses to financial, operational, or securities industry data?

A. Yes

B. No

8. EX: Do you have experience performing reviews of procedures, practices, and records related to the issuance, distribution, and/or trading of securities?

A. Yes

B. No

9. EX: Do you have experience engaging in securities trading, portfolio management, or investment management or performing investment analysis or management of securities?

A. Yes

B. No

10. EX: Do you have experience applying public accounting and auditing standards such as Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)?

A. Yes

B. No

11. EN: Do you have experience coordinating, staffing, and leading a public company audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and the federal securities laws?

A. Yes

B. No

12. EN: Do you have experience performing detailed analyses, drawing conclusions, providing advice, and developing recommendations on complex transactions or issues?

A. Yes

B. No

13. EN: Do you have experience evaluating policies, procedures, and processes related to financial operations?

A. Yes

B. No

14. EN: Do you have experience developing technical recommendations and providing advice to senior organization management?

A. Yes

B. No

15. EN: Do you have experience conducting or leading discussions with corporate or public company CEO, CFO or other senior company officials?

A. Yes

B. No

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