Supervisory Financial Specialist

Air Force Research Laboratory; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Air Force Research Laboratory in the United States seeks a Supervisory Financial Specialist to lead a high-impact team supporting AFRL's mission. The role focuses on ensuring compliant funds execution, data integrity, and strategic financial analysis to prioritize warfighter needs.

The ideal candidate will guide cross-functional financial teams, align budgets with strategic priorities, and navigate DoD acquisition requirements.

Qualifications

• Citizenship required (US) and be able to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• APDP Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) in Business-Financial Management is required or candidate must meet NDAA/DAWIA requirements.
• Minimum of 1 year specialized experience related to the position (GS-12/13 equivalent or higher).
• Posting includes a 2-year window to meet APDP requirements and disclosures must be filed.

Responsibilities

• Supervises financial management employees, providing mentorship and direction.
• Oversees funds execution in line with AFRL Financial Management expectations.
• Ensures accuracy and integrity of financial data for transparency and decision-making.
• Provides expert financial analysis to support strategic resource allocation and warfighter needs.
• Analyzes complex financial management problems and coordinates with multiple organizations to align policies.
• Identifies improvements to financial processes and data infrastructure to enhance execution.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in finance/Business Administration

DAWIA/APDP familiarity

Job description

OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED US CITIZENS.

This announcement is open to candidate submissions until 11:45 PM EST, 19 November 2026.

Job Overview

Power the financial engine of AFRL's innovation. Step up as Supervisory Financial Specialist and lead the elite team fueling tomorrow's warfighting edge. We are seeking a qualified candidate to lead as a Supervisory Financial Specialist in an AFRL Mission Organization.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Supervises and guides financial management employees, providing mentorship, technical direction, and opportunities for professional development.
• Oversees financial management activities to ensure effective funds execution in accordance with published AFRL Financial Management expectations and in support of Science and Technology mission requirements.
• Ensures the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial data to support transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making.
• Provides expert financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic resource allocation, organizational priorities, and warfighter needs.
• Analyzes and resolves complex financial management problems, builds consensus among diverse organizations, and refines business goals to influence organizational policies and programs.
• Coordinates integrated financial management services and activities to improve operational efficiency and support enterprise and mission objectives.
• Identifies and implements improvements to financial management processes, systems, and data infrastructure to enhance execution capabilities, analytical depth, and organizational performance.
• Advocates for resources necessary to sustain and advance mission priorities while identifying opportunities to optimize funding for critical investments.
• Promotes collaboration across AFRL mission organizations to leverage expertise, identify opportunities for cross-mission technical programs, and maximize resources in support of warfighter needs.

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience related to the position at the next lower grade. For DO-02 (GS-12/13 or equivalent) consideration, applicants must have a minimum of GS-11 equivalent experience.
• This is an APDP position requiring Level/Tier 2 (Practitioner) Non-Critical certification in Business-Financial Management (K). This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements applicable to the duties of the position.
• The selectee will have 24 months to meet APDP requirements, or a waiver must be obtained. Applicants for this position must list any acquisition certifications and status as an acquisition corps member in their resume.
• This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Public Law 112-81, Subtitle F-Financial Management, Section 1599d.
• The selectee of this position will be required to file annual financial disclosures to ensure there are no conflicts of interest in the performance of these duties.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field desired.
• Experience successfully interfacing and collaborating with business partners across multiple functions outside of financial management.
• Financial management knowledge, including the ability to analyze financial data and effectively communicate data and results.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to work effectively with others and contribute to achieving desired results.
• Knowledge or experience with Department of Defense acquisition requirements and financial management concepts, principles, practices, laws, and regulations.
• Experience defining, leading, and managing business management or professional program area which includes a full range of complex functional areas.
• Experience providing written and oral communications to customers and leadership.
• Experience formulating short- and long-term strategies across subordinate units to achieve significant results in support of the organization’s goals and long-term vision.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for situational telework; as determined by agency policy.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Series

0501

Additional Information

Candidates with resumes longer than 2-pages will not be considered.

Requisition Number 80412

Posting End Date

11/19/2026