Senior Accounting & Controls Leader

U.S. Customs and Border Protection; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking a highly qualified accounting professional for an executive-level position in Indianapolis, IN.

The role emphasizes senior-level technical accounting guidance, financial management oversight, and strong knowledge of federal regulations. Qualified applicants will have substantial experience in accounting, auditing, and internal controls, plus the required education and credentials.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in accounting, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls.
• Experience applying federal accounting laws, regulations, and standards.
• Developing or improving accounting policies, procedures, or system changes.
• Ability to assess controls, respond to audit findings, and direct corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level technical accounting guidance and financial management oversight.
• Interpret and apply accounting laws, regulations, standards, and guidance.
• Develop or improve accounting policies, procedures, or system-related changes.
• Assess internal controls and support financial statement audits and corrective actions.
• Advise senior leadership and engage with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Senior accounting guidance

Financial management oversight

Regulatory accounting knowledge

Internal controls assessment

Stakeholder communication

Education

Accounting degree + 24 semester hours

CPA or CIA certificate

Job description

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking a highly qualified accounting professional for an executive-level position in Indianapolis, IN.

The role emphasizes senior-level technical accounting guidance, financial management oversight, and strong knowledge of federal regulations. Qualified applicants will have substantial experience in accounting, auditing, and internal controls, plus the required education and credentials.