FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST

This position is located in the Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet (COMNAVSURFLANT), CNSL Accounting East.

About the role

You will perform or advise on all phases of accounting formulation and execution of accounting and estimates to support plans, programs, and activities. This role involves strategic financial management and coordination with various N-Codes within COMNAVSURFLANT to ensure effective resource allocation and financial integrity.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate budget requests, control and report obligations and expenditures, ensuring funds are allocated to or on behalf of COMNAVSURFLANT ships/units.
• Provide strategic recommendations on financial actions after coordinating with various N-Codes within COMNAVSURFLANT.
• Ensure all financial records are in balance, performing complex reconciliations to maintain data integrity and support ongoing audit readiness.
• Responsible for forecasting and analysis of budgets, civilian labor execution, and other financial requirements.
• Research, analyze, and resolve complex accounting discrepancies and financial issues.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for leadership decision-making.
• Utilize automated financial management and accounting systems (e.g., Navy ERP, DAI, STARS-FL, SABRS, or similar ERP systems).
• Interpret and apply Federal financial management regulations, DoD Financial Management Regulation (DoD FMR), Treasury guidance, and applicable Navy policies.
• Communicate complex financial information effectively, both orally and in writing.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level (time-in-grade requirement).
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites. Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• This is a Financial Management Level II certified position per the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012, Section 1599d. Must achieve this certification level within prescribed timelines.

Qualifications

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience includes:

• Researching, analyzing, and resolving complex accounting discrepancies and financial issues.
• Preparing financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for leadership decision-making.
• Utilizing automated financial management and accounting systems (e.g., Navy ERP, DAI, STARS-FL, SABRS, or similar ERP systems).
• Interpreting and applying Federal financial management regulations, DoD Financial Management Regulation (DoD FMR), Treasury guidance, and applicable Navy policies.
• Communicating complex financial information effectively, both orally and in writing.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.