Covert Financial Operations Manager

Knowledge Management•Manassas, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Covert Financial Operations Manager supports the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Export Enforcement Investigative Support Unit. The role manages the secure financial infrastructure that enables undercover operations, including covert accounts, transaction monitoring, policies, reporting, audit readiness, and support to field agents. This work helps facilitate, track, and audit undercover investigations while maintaining operational security and financial accountability. The position is based onsite at a designated government facility in the Manassas, Virginia area. Work is normally Monday through Friday in an eight-hour workday, with core hours from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., excluding federal holidays and government-directed closures. The position is a multi-year contract, and travel is anticipated but must be approved in advance by the Government Task Manager or Contracting Officer's Representative. Local travel is not reimbursable as a direct charge; authorized travel is governed by applicable federal travel requirements. Facility access approval and Department of Commerce badging are required; badging is estimated to take 14–21 days. Personnel must protect classified information, Controlled Unclassified Information, government equipment, and other sensitive information; comply with need-to-know restrictions and applicable Department security rules; and sign nondisclosure agreements when required. Personnel must identify themselves as contractors when their status is not otherwise apparent and appropriately mark contractor-produced documents and reports. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and at least five years of experience supporting undercover, covert, or sensitive operations in government, law enforcement, intelligence, or a regulatory environment. A Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, or comparable credential is desired. Salary is not specified; applicants are asked to provide their salary requirement.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of experience supporting undercover, covert, or sensitive operations in government, law enforcement, intelligence, or a regulatory environment.
Familiarity with non-attributable or alias-based financial instruments and accounts.
Experience working in compartmented or need-to-know operational structures.
Background in forensic accounting or financial investigations.
Strong judgment in balancing operational flexibility with compliance and accountability.
TS/SCI clearance.
Facility access approval and Department of Commerce badging are required.
Ability to protect classified information, Controlled Unclassified Information, government equipment, and other sensitive information; comply with need-to-know restrictions and applicable Department security rules; and sign nondisclosure agreements when required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Internal Auditor, or a comparable credential is desired.

Responsibilities

Establish, maintain, and reconcile undercover bank accounts in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls.
Monitor account activity to ensure proper use, identify anomalies, and prevent misuse.
Maintain secure and confidential financial records.
Coordinate with authorized financial institutions while preserving operational security.
Draft, update, and implement policies and standard operating procedures for undercover financial operations.
Provide guidance on risk-mitigation strategies specific to covert financial activities.
Prepare detailed financial reports, summaries, and briefings for authorized stakeholders.
Maintain audit-ready documentation and transaction traceability.
Support internal and external audits, inspections, and reviews as required.
Use and manage commercial accounting software, including ERP systems, financial-tracking platforms, and QuickBooks or comparable tools.
Recommend and implement appropriate process improvements and automation.
Assist field agents with financial records, transaction data, and account-activity analysis.