Budget and Accounting Officer

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Oakdale (LA); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 116 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is seeking a Budget and Accounting Officer to assist in overseeing budget and accounting support for the agency's financial management program. You will work with management to implement and evaluate policies and programs while directing accounting operations including cash processing and voucher examination.

The role emphasizes maintaining security and following institutional responsibilities as part of correctional staff, with a focus on accurate

Qualifications

• Experience in budget and accounting support within a large organization.
• Familiarity with financial management processes and policies.

Responsabilités

• Assist the Business Administrator with oversight of budget and accounting support for the financial management program.
• Participate with management in formulation, implementation and evaluation of policies and programs.
• Direct and coordinate accounting operations including cash processing and voucher examination.

Connaissances

Budget and accounting

Description du poste

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the Business Administrator with the oversight of a wide range of budget and accounting support for the overall financial management program. Participates with management officials in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures and programs in the financial management process. Directs and coordinates accounting operations which include cas processing and voucher examination.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable. ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications. If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74678 – $116362/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-05.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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