Accountant (Staff).

Offices-to-go; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DOJ-OCIO seeks a qualified accountant to perform comprehensive accounting duties, including reconciliations, transaction validations, and financial reviews. The role emphasizes strengthening internal controls and driving system improvements across DOJ-OCIO programs.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship, eligibility for access to Federal information, and successful completion of a background security check. The position is aligned with GS-12 level responsibilities and standard federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting.
• Combination of education and experience with professional accounting knowledge may satisfy requirements.
• U.S. citizenship or national required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews accounting documentation and supporting materials for accuracy and completeness.
• Records and monitor commitments, obligations, accruals, reimbursements, and other financial transactions.
• Researches and resolve discrepancies identified during account reconciliations and financial reviews.
• Reviews financial systems and accounting processes to identify opportunities for system and operational improvements.
• Advises management on accounting matters, financial system improvements, internal controls, and the financial condition of DOJ-OCIO programs.

Skills

Accounting operations

Internal controls

Financial analysis

Reconciliations

Education

Accounting degree or related field with 24 semester hours in accounting

Job description

Duties

• Reviews accounting documentation and supporting materials for accuracy and completeness.


• Records and monitor commitments, obligations, accruals, reimbursements, and other financial transactions.


• Researches and resolve discrepancies identified during account reconciliations and financial reviews.


• Reviews financial systems and accounting processes to identify opportunities for system and operational improvements.


• Advises management on accounting matters, financial system improvements, internal controls, and the financial condition of DOJ-OCIO programs.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.


• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.


• You may be required to complete a probationary or trial period. See "Additional Information" for specific details.


• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.


• You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.


• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.


• A USA Hire assessment is required. An email will be sent with additional information after you submit your application. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement to complete the assessment.

Qualifications

Basic Requirement

• 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

OR

• Combination of education and experience: 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;

OR

• 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, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) you have successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that you have 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, your education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

In Addition To Meeting The Basic Requirement Above, To Qualify For This Position You Must Also Meet The Qualifications Listed Below

Specialized Experience

To qualify for the GS-12 grade level, you must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable non-Federal experience. Specialized experience is defined as experience performing the following duties:

• Performing accounting operations involving accruals, reimbursements, billings, invoices, collections, and/or financial transaction validations. AND


• Resolving accounting and internal controls issues and recommend corrective actions or process improvements. AND/OR


• Analyzing financial data and preparing reports, dashboards, and/or recommendations to support management decision-making.

You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by the 09/21/2026 of this announcement.

Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

After you submit this application, you will receive an e-mail informing you that a USA Hire assessment is required of you. You will have 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement 09/21/2026 to complete the assessment as this assessment is part of your application.

Education

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, please see the statements below.

Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, in order for it to be creditable towards your qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from accredited institution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Additional Information

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Career Transition Programs

These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:

• Meet


• Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and


• Submit the appropriate documentation to support your

Probationary or Trial Period (as applicable)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;


• the needs and interests of the agency;


• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and


• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

EEO Statement/Policy

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here:

DOJ Reasonable Accommodation Policy

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-base. The DOJ Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found here:

Selective Service

• Continued under Benefits

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

• Continued from Additional Information:

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs

The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to Ebony Stephenson at .

Note

In accordance with 5 U.S. Code

• 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R


• 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act.

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

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.