This job announcement has closed

The Deputy Chief Financial Officer is the primary advisor to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on all financial management matters. The incumbent serves as the alternate for the CFO and provides executive-level management and direction to line operations in concert with the CFO and during the absence of the CFO. The incumbent assists in establishing policies to promote internal control and value throughout the agency.

Learn more about this agency

Help

Reviewing applications

Open & closing dates

03/21/2024 to 04/19/2024
Salary

$147,649 - $221,900 per year
Pay scale & grade

ES 00
Help
Location

1 vacancy in the following location:
- Washington, DC
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Senior Executive
Promotion potential

None
Job family (Series)
- 0505 Financial Management
Supervisory status

Yes
Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test

No
Position sensitivity and risk

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
- Credentialing
- National security
Announcement number

24-12361317-KDS-SES
Control number

782957000

Help

As the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, you will be part of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). If selected, you will be responsible for:

Serving as the primary advisor to the CFO, increasing office value and providing leadership and management on all matters relating to financial management (including budgeting and accounting), financial systems development and operations, strategic planning, performance measurement, internal controls, risk management and increasing office value.
Ensuring that OCFO initiatives adhere to financial management objectives, policies, and deadlines established by OPM, as well as those from external sources such as Congress, OMB, GAO, and Department of the Treasury.
Promoting the assessment, development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of internal controls, the provision of information from larger data sets, and financial policy which are consistent with Agency policy, goals and objectives and conform to existing laws, regulations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Reviewing the consolidated financial statements and works with the Inspector General and others to improve the Office's ability to capture, record, and report financial and other information efficiently.
Providing leadership for the development of useful financial and program performance standards, measures, and workload indicators for inclusion in financial systems, reports, and statements and in other management information systems.
Reviewing current and proposed processes to assure high quality and useful information for management decision-making.

Help

Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
Selected candidate will be subject to a one-year probationary period in the Senior Executive Service unless required probationary period has previously been served.
Selected candidate is required to file a SF-278, Public Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days after his/her appointment, in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.
This is not a remote position, selectee will be required to report to the duty station on a regular basis. Telework may be authorized.

Qualifications

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING BASIC REQUIREMENT, EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS, AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS TO MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

To meet the basic requirement, applicants must meet one of the following and provide documentation to support the claim.

A. Degree: accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.")

B. Combination of education and experience -- with at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. Your background must also include one of the following:
- Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
- A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
- Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

The Executive Core Qualifications are required for entry to the Senior Executive Service; to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your resume that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and four Technical Qualifications (TQs), listed below.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):

ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: The ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: The ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: The ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs):

Demonstrated ability and experience in accounting, budget execution, financial and management analysis, and systems development, and not less than 6 years practical experience in financial management at large governmental entities in accordance with CFO Act, section 903 of title 31, United States Code.
Demonstrated practical experience in the budget formulating and executing a comprehensive budget based on an organization's strategic plans: implementing, integrating, and/or managing a complex financial management operation which includes the following: payroll,
financial systems, treasury government-wide financial reporting, account receivables and account payables (or equivalent), debt management, shared services, and compliance audits.
Knowledge of and ability to develop and maintain an integrated agency accounting and financial management system, including internal and external financial reporting and internal controls.
Project management experience implementing large scale financial initiatives and/or projects.

Additional information on the Executive Core Qualifications is available at SES ECQs

Please ensure that your resume emphasizes your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions relating to the qualifications described above. An example of a resume showing possession of the ECQs is available at SES Resume

Please DO NOT submit separate statements addressing the ECQs/TQs as they will not be considered.

Applicants must meet all of the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This position requires a basic educational requirement, which is outlined in the qualifications section above.

Additional information

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized.
Relocation expenses (Permanent Change in Station costs) will not be paid.

Actual salary for Senior Executive Service positions may vary depending on the scope and the complexity of the qualifications and current compensation of the selectee.
Veteran's Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service.

Help
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.

Review our 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.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Resumes will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may be invited to participate in a structured interview and undergo a reference check. The OPM Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the approving authority.

Unless you have already been certified by a Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by a QRB before appointment can occur.

Help
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.

Review our 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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume - the format is at your discretion but must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and four Technical Qualifications. Your resume should also include the following:
  - Vacancy Number: 12361317
  - Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers
  - Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
  - Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary
  - You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishment.
2. Other supporting documents:
  - Documentation to support the basic requirement as outlined in the Qualifications section.
  - Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable).
    - Current or former career SES members must submit official documentation of their SES Status (i.e. your SES career appointment and/or resignation SF-50).
  - Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
  - Current or former Political Appointees (if applicable) - please note on your resume and attach an SF-50 (i.e. your appointment SF-50). OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
  - Cover Letter, optional
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any additional information not requested above.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/19/2024 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
- You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
- You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
- To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Agency contact information

OPM Human Resources

Phone

202-606-9321

Email

jobs@opm.gov

Address

OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.

After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Help

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

Your Resume - the format is at your discretion but must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and four Technical Qualifications. Your resume should also include the following:
- Vacancy Number: 12361317
- Full name, mailing and email addresses, day and evening telephone numbers
- Educational information, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type of degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html).
- Information about your paid and non-paid work experiences related to this position including: job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, duration of employment, and salary
- You may also include information about honors, awards, and special accomplishment.
Other supporting documents:
- Documentation to support the basic requirement as outlined in the Qualifications section.
- Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable).
  - Current or former career SES members must submit official documentation of their SES Status (i.e. your SES career appointment and/or resignation SF-50).
- Graduates of an approved SES Candidate Development Program must include a copy of their OPM certification of eligibility.
- Current or former Political Appointees (if applicable) - please note on your resume and attach an SF-50 (i.e. your appointment SF-50). OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
- Cover Letter, optional

Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any additional information not requested above.

Help

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/19/2024 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.

You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

Agency contact information

OPM Human Resources

Phone: 202-606-9321
Email: jobs@opm.gov
Address: OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.

After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

This job announcement has closed

Help

Reviewing applications

Open & closing dates

03/21/2024 to 04/19/2024
Salary

$147,649 - $221,900 per year
Pay scale & grade

ES 00
Location

1 vacancy in the following location:
- Washington, DC
Remote job

No
Telework eligible

Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed

No
Appointment type

Permanent
Work schedule

Full-time
Service

Senior Executive
Promotion potential

None
Job family (Series)
- 0505 Financial Management
Supervisory status

Yes
Security clearance

Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test

No
Position sensitivity and risk

Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
- Credentialing
- National security
Announcement number

24-12361317-KDS-SES
Control number

782957000

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/782957000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Summary

Overview

Open & closing dates

Salary

Pay scale & grade

Location

Remote job

Telework eligible

Travel Required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Appointment type

Work schedule

Service

Promotion potential

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

Security clearance

Drug test

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Announcement number

Control number

This job is open to

Duties

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Qualifications

Education

Additional information

How You Will Be Evaluated

Agency contact information

Next steps

Required Documents

How to Apply

Agency contact information

Next steps

Fair & Transparent