Summary Who May Apply? US Citizens currently residing within the commuting area of Kaiserslautern, Germany (not ordinarily resident in Germany). US resident alien family members of US sponsors who are citizens of NATO countries other than Germany. This position is located at the USAG Rheinland Pfalz, DFWMR Financial Management Division. Responsibilities This is an entry trainee level position leading to the full performance level for Accounting Technician, NF-0525-03. Assignments are selected to ensure the development of skills and abilities needed to perform the target level duties. Completes a prescribed agenda of formal/informal classroom and on-the job training and self-development as set forth in the Individual Training Development Plan. The employee works under closer than normal supervision wherein work is closely reviewed and detailed guidance provided as needed. As employee progresses, supervisory control diminish until full performance level is accomplished. At management’s request, the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted no earlier than 6 months or longer than one year of satisfactory performance. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Knowledge of accounting terminology and bookkeeping, and basic understanding of accounting systems, policies and procedures. Education Additional Information Manual Applications: If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than noon (European Time) on 12/30/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating. Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs: Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Allowances, differentials, or incentives are not authorized. Employment Overseas provides a lot of additional benefits & entitlements, for information click johan.z.swindler.naf@army.mil Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program, for information click here Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view kit, click this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf). (If URL does not work, copy and paste the URL into browser). Other: Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/ Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur. Overseas Employment Eligibility U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. In NATO countries employment of non-U.S. citizens under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.