Senior DoD Pay Operations Leader

DFAS

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Indianapolis is seeking a senior leader to direct and execute military pay operations, developing policies, SOPs, and training to align with DoD/DFAS guidance.

The role oversees data analysis, audits, and internal controls, advising leadership on entitlements, policy changes, and congressional inquiries while managing staff performance and compliance.

Qualifications

  • Specialized experience in military pay operations and policy development.
  • Experience in leading teams, performing complex financial analysis, and overseeing audits and internal controls.

Responsibilities

  • Directs and executes military pay operations and develops policies.
  • Evaluates performance metrics and reconciles financial data.
  • Oversees audits, internal controls, and corrective actions.
  • Advises leadership on entitlements, policy changes, and inquiries.
  • Supervises staff, including hiring, performance, and budget oversight.

Skills

Military pay operations
Policy development
Team leadership
Audits & internal controls
Data analysis

Job description

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Indianapolis is seeking a senior leader to direct and execute military pay operations, developing policies, SOPs, and training to align with DoD/DFAS guidance.

The role oversees data analysis, audits, and internal controls, advising leadership on entitlements, policy changes, and congressional inquiries while managing staff performance and compliance.

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