Senior Financial Manager - Telework Eligible, DoD R&D

Air Force Research Laboratory; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Situational telework eligibility

Job summary

Air Force Research Laboratory in Albuquerque seeks a Supervisory Financial Specialist to lead financial management teams, ensuring accurate funds execution and strategic resource allocation for DoD mission priorities.

Open to qualified US citizens, the role requires TS clearance eligibility, APDP Level 3, DAWIA compliance, and 24 months to meet certification requirements. A Master’s degree is desirable, with strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills essential.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• Minimum 1 year of specialized experience at the next lower grade; DO-03 requires GS-12/13 equivalent.
• APDP Level/Tier 3 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Business-Financial Management (K).
• Will have 24 months to meet APDP requirements or obtain waiver.
• Financial Management Level 3 certification per NDAA 2012.

Responsibilities

• Supervises financial management employees and provides mentorship and direction.
• Oversees funds execution in line with AFRL expectations and mission requirements.
• Ensures accuracy and integrity of financial data for transparency and decision-making.
• Provides expert financial analysis to support strategic resource allocation and warfighter needs.
• Identifies and resolves complex financial management problems and shapes organizational policies.
• Coordinates integrated financial management services to improve efficiency and support mission objectives.
• Identifies opportunities to optimize funding for critical investments.
• Promotes cross-mission collaboration to maximize resources.
• Advocates for resources to sustain and advance mission priorities.

Skills

Top-Secret clearance

Leadership

Financial management

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in finance or related field

APDP Level 3 certification

Job description

Air Force Research Laboratory in Albuquerque seeks a Supervisory Financial Specialist to lead financial management teams, ensuring accurate funds execution and strategic resource allocation for DoD mission priorities.

Open to qualified US citizens, the role requires TS clearance eligibility, APDP Level 3, DAWIA compliance, and 24 months to meet certification requirements. A Master’s degree is desirable, with strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills essential.