Junior Financial Analyst Supporting the USMS

FSA; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FSA Federal is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to support the U.S. Marshals Service mission. You will perform quality control, reconcile financial datasets, and analyze statements to ensure compliance with federal laws and program policies.

Ideal candidates have a degree in accounting/finance or equivalent experience, strong Excel skills, and a proactive, customer-focused approach. The role requires US citizenship and a thorough background check, with opportunities to contribute to budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field, or High School Diploma/GED with at least four years related experience
• Working knowledge of cryptocurrency and/or blockchain technology preferred
• Experience in reconciling multiple datasets with capability to identify discrepancies preferred
• General knowledge of financial statements
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Excellent communication skills; oral and written
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications and databases, to include financial systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, etc.) preferred
• Strong attention to detail; meticulous data entry skills
• Proven commitment and competence to provide excellent customer service; positive and flexible
• Ability to work in a team environment and maintain a professional disposition

Responsibilities

• Provides quality control and reconciliation of computer databases containing financial and compliance records
• Checks accounting practices for compliance with federal laws and regulations (e.g., Single Audit Act), generally accepted Government accounting practices (GAP), and relevant OMB circulars
• Reviews and analyzes annual financial statements to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, program policies, and procedures, and makes recommendations for corrective actions if findings indicate improper or illegal expenditures and accounting funds
• Evaluates logistics and operations of audit and certification program to maximize efficiencies and streamline program review
• Creates draft budget requests for office operations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data reconciliation

Financial statements

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

HS diploma with 4+ years related experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Financial systems

Job description

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises. FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We currently have a vacancy for a Junior Financial Analyst. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS).

Responsibilities

• Provides quality control and reconciliation of computer databases containing financial and compliance records.
• Checks accounting practices for compliance with Federal laws and regulations (e.g., Single Audit Act), generally accepted Government accounting practices (GAP), and relevant Office Management and Budget (OMB) circulars.
• Reviews and analyzes annual financial statements to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, program policies, and procedures, and makes recommendations for corrective actions if findings indicate improper or illegal expenditures and accounting funds.
• Evaluates logistics and operations of audit and certification program to maximize efficiencies and streamline program review.
• Creates draft budget requests for office operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field, or High School Diploma/GED with at least four years related experience
• Working knowledge of cryptocurrency and/or blockchain technology preferred
• Experience in reconciling multiple datasets with capability to identify discrepancies preferred
• General knowledge of financial statements
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Excellent communication skills; oral and written
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications and databases, to include financial systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, etc.) preferred
• Strong attention to detail; meticulous data entry skills
• Proven commitment and competence to provide excellent customer service; positive and flexible
• Ability to work in a team environment and maintain a professional disposition

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation.

Agency Overview

The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) plays a critical role in the Asset Forfeiture program by managing and selling assets seized and forfeited by federal law enforcement agencies nationwide. Proceeds generated from asset sales are used to compensate victims, supplement funding for law enforcement initiatives and support community programs. The Marshals Service manages various types of assets, including real estate, vehicles, commercial businesses, cash, financial instruments, jewelry, art, antiques, collectibles, vessels and aircraft.

Benefits Overview

A package providing employee only coverage can be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Term Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

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Consistent with our goal of empowering people, FSA is committed to providing all employees and employment candidates the right to equal employment opportunities and a harassment-free work environment free from retaliation. FSA’s employment practices are based on an individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures including recruitment and hiring, promotions, transfers, and terminations, as well as compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. Our long-term success depends upon our ability to attract, retain, and develop a workforce with the knowledge and skills needed to support the vital missions of our customers. FSA is proud to maintain a drug-free workplace. Satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screening is a condition of employment. As a supplier of services to federal government agencies, such as DEA, FBI, USCIS, USPIS, etc., we also adhere to agency standards with respect to prior drug usage.