Financial Operations and Systems Analyst
Washington, DC - USA
Job Summary
As a Financial Operations and Systems Analyst at the GS/14 you will be part of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer Office of Personnel Management. If selected you will serve as a senior financial advisor responsible for financial systems reporting internal controls cost estimation procurement financial support and budget execution to ensure accurate compliant and effective financial management.
- Leads financial systems improvements by developing business requirements accounting guidance and standard operating procedures for financial operations.
- Analyzes and resolves financial reporting reconciliation and system issues to ensure accurate financial statements and Treasury reporting.
- Evaluates and strengthens internal controls by supporting audit activities assessing system access and improving financial data integrity.
- Develops cost estimates reviews contractor proposals and provides financial analysis to support acquisitions and procurement decisions.
- Monitors budget execution reconciles financial data and recommends funding adjustments to optimize the use of agency resources.
- Leads multiple financial projects collaborates with stakeholders and provides financial advice to support organizational priorities.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
- Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see for Federal employment determined by a background investigation
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
- Candidates will not be hired based on their race sex color religion or national origin
- Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment if required.
- You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office.
- This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.
For the GS-13 : You must have have at least one year (52 weeks full-time) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (or comparable level of experience from outside the Federal service) performing ALL the following duties:
- Developing financial business requirements accounting guidance or standard operating procedures to support financial systems or internal controls;
- Analyzing financial data to reconcile discrepancies or resolve financial system errors for accurate financial reporting;
- Developing cost estimates reviewing contractor cost proposals or providing financial analysis supporting acquisition activities;
- Monitoring budget execution to support funds management resource utilization or compliance with financial requirements.
- Conducting research and problem analysis in solving problems in the execution and development of financial and accounting operations systems and policies;
- Providing guidance to senior officials on financial management and accounting management operations policies and systems;
- Analyzing and reviewing financial and accounting data operations and programs to ensure financial integrity and quality assurance;
- Developing recommendations and implementing improvements to financial or accounting management policies procedures and regulations.
- Developing cost estimates reviewing contractor cost proposals or providing financial analysis supporting acquisition activities;
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
There are no educational requirements for this position.
Current OPM employees may be entitled to relocation expenses.
Incentive payments may be considered.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM.
If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement.
Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position (obtain score of 85 or higher on the assessments) and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: Accommodation Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e. physical or mental) covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position after notification of the adjudication of your request you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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