Financial Operations Associate — Recent Graduate

Customs and Border Protection (DOHS); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking candidates for a Recent Graduate Pathways appointment in Indianapolis.

The program offers a one-year development track with potential for civil service conversion after completion, with responsibilities spanning data gathering, financial reporting, and process improvement. Open to graduates who meet the recent graduate eligibility window, with promotion potential to higher grades.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates may qualify for the Pathways program.
• GS-7 requires 1 year of specialized experience or education as noted by the agency.
• GS-9 requires 1 year of specialized experience at a higher grade level or graduate education.
• Education substitutions outline how degrees substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Gathering, compiling, and reviewing financial data to support programs and reporting.
• Assist with preparing recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses.
• Review financial data and processes to identify discrepancies and improve controls.
• Assist higher-graded staff with analyses to evaluate operations and recommend improvements.
• Help resolve routine financial operating problems and data quality issues.

Education

Bachelor's degree (GS-7/GS-9 substitution)

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking candidates for a Recent Graduate Pathways appointment in Indianapolis.

The program offers a one-year development track with potential for civil service conversion after completion, with responsibilities spanning data gathering, financial reporting, and process improvement. Open to graduates who meet the recent graduate eligibility window, with promotion potential to higher grades.