Management Analyst

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts • Washington, DC

17d

About The Position

The Management Analyst will work in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Administrative Services, Financial Management Office (FMO), Financial Compliance Staff (FCS). The FMO is responsible for financial management for the federal Judiciary, including accounting, reporting, and investments. The FCS focuses on financial compliance and risk management, strengthening audit readiness, internal controls, and financial risk management, and coordinating with AO offices and Judiciary entities to address audit findings and other compliance issues.

The incumbent will support efforts to strengthen and modernize the Judiciary’s financial management and reporting environment, including addressing financial compliance and internal control matters. Work will include both day-to-day compliance matters and complex initiatives requiring new or revised policies and procedures, process improvements, and coordination across AO offices and Judiciary entities. Initiatives may involve a new financial reporting structure, potential expansion of the Judiciary’s authority to manage and account for real property, and new financial and travel systems.

The analyst will assess policies and processes, identify improvements, develop and document policies and procedures, and collaborate with program offices and subject-matter experts to implement solutions. The role requires applying compliance and internal control principles, interpreting laws, regulations, and policies, and translating requirements into practical financial processes and systems. The analyst will work with varying levels of management, technical and program staff, and the Office of General Counsel.

Requirements

• At least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience in or directly related to the line of work of the position.
• Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, and processes to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Experience analyzing existing processes and systems, identifying gaps or inefficiencies, and developing recommendations.
• Experience preparing written and oral analyses, recommendations, and reports for management and leadership on compliance, risk, internal controls, and financial management initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in government compliance and regulations.
• Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from a four-year college or university in business, law, or compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess financial policies, procedures, and processes for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Judiciary policies, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and processes to address new requirements and support changes to the Judiciary’s financial management environment.
• Analyze financial processes and systems, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and recommend improvements to controls, processes, and operational efficiency.
• Support development and implementation of financial reporting requirements and processes, including documenting roles, responsibilities, procedures, and internal controls.
• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, accounting requirements, and other relevant authorities and assess their potential impact on Judiciary financial operations.
• Provide advice, training, and support to AO staff and Judiciary entities on financial compliance, internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Identify financial compliance and internal control gaps and collaborate with responsible offices to develop and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare written and oral analyses, recommendations, and reports for management and leadership on compliance, risk, internal controls, and financial management initiatives.
• Collaborate across AO offices and Judiciary entities to address cross-functional financial requirements and align policies, processes, controls, and systems.
• Support financial audit remediation efforts, including participating in the development of corrective actions.
• Assist in maintaining and improving repositories and tools used for financial compliance and risk management, including the Workiva database.
• Maintain working relationships with the Office of General Counsel, Office of Legislative Affairs, AO offices, and Judiciary entities on financial compliance, risk management, and financial management matters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package, with benefits available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

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