Junior Financial Analyst Supporting the USMS

FSA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

FSA Federal is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to support the U.S. Marshals Service in Washington. You will assist with financial statements, audits, and budget preparations while ensuring compliance with federal requirements.

The role requires strong MS Office skills, meticulous data entry, and a collaborative team spirit to help protect assets and ensure lawful use of funds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting/finance or related field.
• Knowledge of financial statements and GAAP is a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Office and financial software/databases.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Attention to detail and customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Quality control and reconciliation of financial databases.
• Ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations, including audits.
• Review annual financial statements and recommend corrective actions.
• Evaluate audit program logistics to improve efficiency.
• Prepare draft budget requests for office operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint,_W

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

High School Diploma/GED with 4+ years related experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Financial systems/databases

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
• 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
• 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

At FSA Federal, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs. Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth. For more information, click here.

Target salary range: $62,580 - $70,400. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.