Financial Specialist

Smithsonian Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smithsonian Institution is seeking a qualified candidate for a position within the Office of Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer, Archives of American Art (AAA). The role involves evaluating financial management processes and supporting accountability across the organization.

Candidates should have one year of specialized experience at GS-11 or higher and be prepared to contribute to budgeting, procurement, and HR actions within a federal environment in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service.
• Specialized experience includes planning and executing financial management studies covering budgeting, finance, procurement, and property management.
• Experience reviewing and reconciling internal financial reports to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Providing human resources management services, including personnel actions and time and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of financial management studies.
• Review and reconcile internal financial reports for accuracy.
• Collaborate with other organizations to resolve accountability issues.
• Provide HR management services including personnel actions and time and attendance.

Job description

The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located inin the Smithsonian Institution, Office of Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer, Under Secretary for Museum and Culture, Archives of American Art (AAA).

Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined as:

• Assisting in the planning and execution of financial management studies analyzing administrative processes such as budgeting, finance, procurement, and property management.
• Reviewing and reconciling internal reports from the financial management system to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Collaborating with other organizations to resolve accountability issues and provide financial management guidance.
• Providing human resources management services, including personnel actions and time and attendance.

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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week.