Financial Management Specialist

Defense Security Cooperation Agency; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Security Cooperation Agency seeks a financial management professional to oversee the financial execution of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs. The role involves advising foreign partners on all financial aspects and ensuring compliance with DoD policies.

The incumbent may qualify at GS-14, and must pursue required DoD Security Cooperation Workforce certifications, including ongoing training. Applicants should have relevant federal experience, a track record in financial management

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 in Federal service (financial management).
• Experience in conducting financial management reviews and briefings with foreign partner nations.
• Formulating and overseeing financial execution of Foreign Military Sales or Security Cooperation programs.

Responsibilities

• Financially manage individual Foreign Military Sales programs for foreign countries.
• Provide advice and guidance on all financial aspects of these programs.

Skills

Financial management

Policy coordination

Program execution

Job description

This position is part of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The incumbent will be responsible for Financially managing individual Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs for foreign countries providing advice and guidance on all financial aspects of these programs.

You may qualify at the GS-14, if you fulfill the following qualifications: A. One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service: Conducting financial management reviews and briefings with foreign partner nations Formulating and overseeing financial execution of changes or adjustments relating to Foreign Military Sales or Security Cooperation financial management programs Participating in the development, coordination, and promulgation of guidance that affects the financial execution of Foreign Military Sales or Security Cooperation Programs

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.

Additional information: Incumbent must attain DoD Security Cooperation Workforce (SCW) Certification and complete related continuous learning requirements in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2017, Title 10 United States Code, Section 384 and Security Cooperation Workforce Certification Program 2.0 requirements. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Basic-level certification courses within one year. Requirements for Proficiency Level 1 - At least 1 year of successful SC work experience with a performance appraisal rating of 3 or better. Incumbent must complete DoD SCW Foundational level certification requirements within one year of entering the SC position. In addition, 40 hours of continuing education (CUE) every two years.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Selectee or incumbent must be able to obtain the appropriate certification level for their position. This is a Financial Management Level 3 Certified position. IAW Public Law 112-81 and DoD Policy the incumbent shall comply with the requirements of DoD FM Certification program within the allotted time frame (two years). Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.