Financial Specialist

Summary This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). OCFO provides staff leadership and administrators financial, budget, and performance management programs necessary to support FSIS programs and administrative activities. It also develops and implements financial/accounting/budget and performance improvement policies and procedures for FSIS. OCFO has responsibility for all FSIS financial management, strategic planning, and budget and performance improvement activities. Responsibilities Develop guidelines for financial processes and procedures. Research, analyze, and resolve inconsistencies between internal financial reports. Provide written responses to significant developments in financial programs for dissemination to employees and managers. Ensure the reasonableness and accuracy of financial data. Identify and perform in-depth analysis of financial transactions to recognize and resolve issues. Maintain current knowledge of developments affecting the financial program. Provide input or advice to financial analysts or other specialists. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that demonstrates the statements below: Researched, analyzed, and resolved inconsistencies in internal financial reports to ensure accuracy and alignment with program requirements; Conducted in-depth analyses of financial transactions to identify issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions; Ensured the reasonableness, reliability, and accuracy of financial data through comprehensive review and verification practices; Interpreted complex and ambiguous financial management and accounting guidelines, applying advanced technical judgment to resolve issues; Assessed the implications of adopting financial proposals and policy changes, providing recommendations based on sound financial analysis; 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on how to qualify for this position, Click Here Education There is no education requirement or substitute for this position Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA 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 RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.