MOS 3432 Finance Technician

MOS 3432 Finance Technician

MOS Description

Finance Technicians perform the duties associated with the maintenance, review, payments processing of master pay accounts, and the fiscal accounting supporting the transactions. Finance Technicians also perform duties incident to the adjudication, computation, review, and payment of vouchers of reimbursement for official travel. Finance Technicians staff NCOs supervise subordinates working in master pay accounts and/or official travel payment functions. Finance Technicians may be assigned to finance offices in either the operating forces or the shore establishment. Marines serving as Finance Technicians must have a fundamental understanding of related computer system applications.

You selected Early Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E1-E3. To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the National Certifications list below has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply.

You selected Mid-Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E4-E5. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

You selected Late Career-- this applies to Marines in paygrades E6-E9. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Marines who are not reenlisting and are planning their next steps. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.

As a transitioning Marine, you may also want to visit the Marine Corps' Transition Readiness Program for other guidance regarding reentering the civilian workforce.

You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Marines who plan to stay in the Corps and who are actively working on advancement. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.

Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.

You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.

COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you

The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 3432 Finance Technician. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.

For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the LEADER summary page.
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Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) In DemandIs In Demand American Payroll Association mostMost highhigh COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Is Not In Demand American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) mostMost mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) In DemandIs In Demand American Payroll Association someSome mediummedium COOL BucksCOOL Bucks GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) Is Not In Demand Government Finance Officers Association otherOther        
Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) Is Not In Demand Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) otherOther     GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) In DemandIs In Demand International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) Is Not In Demand International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) otherOther       AccreditationAccreditation
Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) Is Not In Demand American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) otherOther        

State Licenses

Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the LEADER summary page.

Apprenticeship

The United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP) is a formal military training program that provides active duty and Full Time Support (FTS) Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Service members the opportunity to improve their job skills and to complete their civilian apprenticeship requirements while they are on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized "Certificate of Completion" upon program completion.

USMAP enhances your job skills and shows your motivation for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is an advantage in getting better civilian jobs since employers know the value of apprenticeships.

The following USMAP apprenticeship trades are related to MOS 3432 Finance Technician:

Completing an apprenticeship is a process with four major steps. Proceed to Step 1 on the USMAP website to select an apprenticeship trade that is related to your military occupation.

Related Civilian Occupations

The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 3432 Finance Technician. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the LEADER summary page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.

Civilian Job Duties Matched Bright Outlook Registered Apprenticeship Local Salary Info
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks mostMost Bright OutlookBright Outlook  Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks mostMost   Registered ApprenticeshipApprenticeship  find local salaryfind local salary

The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 3432 Finance Technician. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.

A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 3432 Finance Technician military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS 3432 can be found below.

Financial Management

There are many opportunities for people with financial management training and experience. There are also federal agencies that employ financial management personnel. Information on opportunities in the federal government can be found at the following:

Although employment requirements vary, personnel with financial management training and experience are sought after by these agencies. In most cases there is a veteran's preference associated with their positions.

In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance.

For help in making informed choices on schools and education programs when using tuition assistance, see:

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Click here to go to Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The American Payroll Association (APA), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a certification for payroll beginners and service and support professionals with payroll knowledge. The FPC is open to all those who wish to demonstrate a baseline of payroll competency. The FPC certification is for entry-level payroll professionals, sales professionals/consultants serving the payroll industry, systems analysts/engineers writing payroll programs, and payroll service bureau client representatives. Payroll experience is not required for the FPC certification examination. Candidates must pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Bookkeeper (CB) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB), Certified Bookkeeper (CB) credential is an intermediate level certification recommended for bookkeepers with several years of accounting or bookkeeping experience. Candidates must have at least 2 years of full-time experience or the part-time or freelance equivalent, which may be obtained before or after passing the examination. All candidates must pass a four-part written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The American Payroll Association (APA), Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is for payroll professionals who can demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of taxation and tax reporting, MIS, human resources, and accounting as each of these relate to the payroll environment. Candidates must meet one of several education and experience requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.

COOL Bucks

See your installation Education Service Officer for credential exam information and coordinating instructions.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand. The U.S. Department of Labor sponsored CareerOneStop's analysis indicates the certification is frequently mentioned in online job postings.

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GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill.

Note: GI Bill approval data is updated quarterly. For the latest information, visit the WEAMS Licenses/Certifications Search page. Make sure to select "Both" in the LAC Category Type drop-down before searching.

Click to go to the external link for GI Bill licensing and certification information.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

High

Highly attainable: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the mimum education requirement = HS or less and/or minimum experience = 2 years or less experience and no additional requirements.

Medium

Moderate ease of attainment: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = Associate's and/or prerequisite and/or minimum experience = more than 2 years and less than 10 years of experience.

Low

May be difficult to attain: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

Registered Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship program is registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. Go to the Apprenticeship Finder and enter career path or location to find apprenticeship opportunities.

Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

Click here for external link to: My Next Move for Veterans State Map for Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Click here for the external link to: My Next Move for Veterans - Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks
Click here for the external link to: My Next Move salary info for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

Click here for external link to: My Next Move for Veterans State Map for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

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