Financial Management Specialist

Department of State Headquarters • Washington, DC

2d

About The Position

This position is located in the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Security Assistance and Operations, Financial Management Division (INL/SAO/FM). INL/SAO provides financial management, personnel, administrative, acquisition, and program oversight support for INL programs in domestic and overseas posts, including more than $11 billion in annual appropriations. The incumbent serves as Financial Assistance and Support Team (FAST) Lead, providing centralized financial management support to designated overseas INL posts under approved service-level agreements for Budgets and Financial Plans (6211) and Accounts and Records (6221). The incumbent provides senior financial management advice for assigned overseas portfolios and prepares recurring financial status reports.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Meet applicable time-in-grade and time-after-competitive-appointment requirements by the announcement closing date; federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service.
• Experience providing financial management advice and analysis to management on budget execution, funds control, accounting, or financial reporting issues involving multiple appropriations, fiscal years, or funding sources.
• Experience interpreting and applying Federal appropriations law, OMB guidance, and agency financial management policies to resolve financial issues and recommend courses of action.
• Experience leading or coordinating delivery of financial management services for multiple organizations, offices, or programs, such as budget development, allotment management, funds availability certification, obligation recording, account reconciliations, or financial reporting.
• Education cannot substitute for the required specialized experience for the GS-14 position.

Responsibilities

• Lead FAST and provide leadership, strategic direction, and technical oversight of centralized financial management support to designated overseas INL posts under approved SLAs for Budgets and Financial Plans (6211) and Accounts and Records (6221).
• Direct FAST contractors in coordination with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), set priorities and quality standards, and review deliverables for accuracy. The incumbent does not hold COR authority.
• Serve as the Bureau's senior financial management advisor for assigned overseas portfolios, providing expert analysis and guidance on complex issues involving multiple appropriations, fiscal years, and funding authorities.
• Prepare and submit the INL Financial Resources Status Report (FRSR) and Status of Pipeline Report (SOPL) to supported posts and program offices at least monthly.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed