Federal Finance Policy Accountant

US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Finance; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Finance in the Washington, DC area seeks an Accountant to support financial reporting and policy in a federal environment. The role requires knowledge of federal accounting standards and the ability to analyze financial data to improve budget processes.

The position is located within the Office of Management and Office of Finance at the VA Central Office, with qualifications emphasizing accounting education or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of statutes, policies, and regulations that affect financial management activities.
• Experience in writing financial policy regarding: Appropriations, Funds Control, Federal Budget Process, Accounting, Financial Statement Reporting, Payroll, Travel, and Purchase Cards.
• Conducts surveys and studies for the purpose of preparing analysis and recommendation on fiscal and accounting problems.

Skills

Statutes and policies knowledge

Policy writing for financial matters

Analytical surveys and studies

Education

Accounting degree or related field with 24 accounting hours

Combo of education/experience meeting 24 accounting hours

Graduate-level accounting coursework leading to master's

Job description

US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Finance in the Washington, DC area seeks an Accountant to support financial reporting and policy in a federal environment. The role requires knowledge of federal accounting standards and the ability to analyze financial data to improve budget processes.

The position is located within the Office of Management and Office of Finance at the VA Central Office, with qualifications emphasizing accounting education or equivalent experience.