Financial Operations and Systems Analyst

Summary

As a Financial Operations and Systems Analyst at the GS-0501-13/14, you will be part of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Office of Personnel Management. If selected, you will serve as a senior financial advisor responsible for financial systems, reporting, internal controls, cost estimation, procurement financial support, and budget execution to ensure accurate, compliant, and effective financial management.

Duties

• Leads financial systems improvements by developing business requirements, accounting guidance, and standard operating procedures for financial operations. Analyzes and resolves financial reporting, reconciliation, and system issues to ensure accurate financial statements and Treasury reporting. Evaluates and strengthens internal controls by supporting audit activities, assessing system access, and improving financial data integrity. Develops cost estimates, reviews contractor proposals, and provides financial analysis to support acquisitions and procurement decisions. Monitors budget execution, reconciles financial data, and recommends funding adjustments to optimize the use of agency resources. Leads multiple financial projects, collaborates with stakeholders, and provides financial advice to support organizational priorities.

Qualifications

For the GS-13 : You must have have at least one year (52 weeks, full-time) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (or comparable level of experience from outside the Federal service) performing ALL the following duties: Developing financial business requirements, accounting guidance, or standard operating procedures to support financial systems or internal controls; Analyzing financial data to reconcile discrepancies or resolve financial system errors for accurate financial reporting; Developing cost estimates, reviewing contractor cost proposals or providing financial analysis supporting acquisition activities; Monitoring budget execution to support funds management, resource utilization, or compliance with financial requirements. For the GS-14: You must have have at least one year (52 weeks, full-time) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (or comparable level of experience from outside the Federal service) performing ALL the following duties: Conducting research and problem analysis in solving problems in the execution and development of financial and accounting operations, systems, and policies; Providing guidance to senior officials on financial management and accounting management operations, policies, and systems; Analyzing and reviewing financial and accounting data, operations and programs to ensure financial integrity and quality assurance; Developing recommendations and implementing improvements to financial or accounting management policies, procedures, and regulations. Developing cost estimates, reviewing contractor cost proposals or providing financial analysis supporting acquisition activities; You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required. You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office. This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.

Education

There are no educational requirements for this position.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply and be considered for this position, you must complete all required questionnaires, assessments, and the required documentation as specified in the How to Apply and Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST)on 09/30/2026 to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: Click the Apply Online button. Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all necessary supporting documentation. Click the "Submit Application" button prior to 11:59pm (ET) on the announcement closing date. If you are required to complete any USA Hire Assessments, you will be notified after submitting your application. The notification will be provided in your application submission screen and via email. The notification will include your unique assessment access link to the USA Hire system and the completion deadline. Additionally, in USAJOBS you can click "Track this application" to return to your assessment completion notice. Access USA Hire using your unique assessment link. Access is granted through your USAJOBS login credentials. Review all instructions prior to beginning your assessments. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation before beginning the assessments should you have a disability covered under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended. Set aside at least 3 hours to take the USA Hire assessments; however most applicants complete the assessment in less time. If you need to stop the assessments and continue later, you can re-use your unique assessment link. Your responses to the USA Hire assessments will be reused for one year (in most cases) from the date you complete an assessment. If future applications you submit require completion of the same assessments, your responses will be automatically used. For more general information, system requirements, reasonable accommodation information, and to request assistance regarding the use of USA Hire assessments, review the following resources: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=USA_Hire_Assessments To update your application, including supporting documentation: During the announcement open period, return to your USAJOBS account, find your application and click Edit My Application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed. To view the announcement status or application status: Click on this: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ . Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application. You may preview the assessment questionnaire by clicking here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13030880