Accounting Technician-Title 5
Department of the Army
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for an ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN-Title 5, Position Description Number T5151000 and is part of the WI USPFO, Wisconsin National Guard. This position is in the Exceptive Service “under the authority for Title V, P.L. 114-328, Sections 932 and 1084 (FY17 NDAA)”
Duties
-Performs broad in-depth analysis on multiple management systems and applies this information to complicated precedent type cases to resolve especially difficult and sensitive, out of balance conditions associated with processing actions within accounting systems. -Analyzes and evaluates data to conduct a variety of fiscal reconciliations, reviews, and account adjustments. -Reconstruct inaccurate accounts, gathers and organizes information for inquiries and resolves problems referred by managers, employees, congressional inquiries, etc. -Suggests specific changes to state guidelines themselves, development of control mechanisms, additional training for customers, and specific guidance related to the procedural handling of documents and information. -Uses fiscal accounting and related interfaced systems to provide input/adjustments to the fiscal accounting database of record and the interoperable feeder systems of logistics, contracting, pay, travel, accounts payable, disbursement and interfund automated systems. -Uses computer master file systems, document processing and the effects of transactions on existing records to modify normal automated processes in existing accounts while protecting historical data. *** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. ***
Requirements
Conditions of employment include:
- **Members of the financial management workforce must achieve the appropriate certification level for their positions within 2 years of notification of applicable certification requirements or the period of any extension.** – Certification Level 1: THIS IS A FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT Level 1 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 and Department of the Army requirements of this certification program. This certification requirement is a condition of employment for this position. Failure to obtain this certification within the 24 months may subject the incumbent to adverse action. -.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position. -Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. -This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. -Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. -.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. -.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. -May be subject to furlough actions. -Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate Tricare Tricareeligibility. -Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
- Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. 2.
- Other supporting documents: DD-214, SF-15, SF 50, any other Veterans Preference documents, transcripts, etc.
- Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section) Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program a.
- Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation: – Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3) – Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility – Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility. b.
- Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation: – Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2) – Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility – Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility. c.
- Applicants claiming DOD Military Spouse preference must submit the following documentation: – Marriage Certificate – Spouses PCS Orders – Military Spouse PPP Self Certification Checklist
About this role
The Accounting Technician-Title 5 position with the Department of the Army is based in Camp Williams, Wisconsin. THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. The role pays $55,882 to $72,644 per year.
Day to day, the work involves the core duties of the Accounting Technician-Title 5 role as detailed in the announcement below. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
This role calls for the ability to obtain and hold a security clearance and the relevant certifications named in the posting. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Accounting Technician-Title 5 position with the Department of the Army in Camp Williams, Wisconsin, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
The posted pay of $55,882 to $72,644 per year places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. The security clearance requirement means a longer hiring timeline, so patience and an early application help. Based in Camp Williams, Wisconsin, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on July 8, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.
