Summary
Finance Resource Officers provide financial services, including financial calculations based on regulations and operational activities; analysis of programs and budgets; and other job functions.
Responsibilities
As a Finance Resource Officer, you will provide the full range of financial services to officers and offices across the Agency and Intelligence Community, including: financial calculations based on regulations and unique operational activities; financial analysis of programs and budgets; use of accounting methodologies under both General Services Administration (GSA) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); and a myriad of other job functions that relate to bill payments, contract payments, and the monitoring and managing of cash flow. You will be directly linked to customers, helping to resolve both routine and complex financial processes - delivering innovative and agile solutions in support of CIA's global mission. The majority of your career will be based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with the first 4-6 years focused on providing you with basic Agency and government-unique knowledge, skills, and abilities in order to perform in a range of developmental positions. Some examples of entry-level offices that you may serve in are: Accounts and Liaison, Central Travel Services, Budget and Execution offices, Compensation Group, Contract Audit, and Payment. For those interested in travel, you will have the opportunity to compete for global positions after successfully completing your initial developmental program.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Demonstrated Excellent: Interpersonal skills Verbal and written communication skills Customer service Analytic and problem-solving abilities Team and independent work ethic Documented good credit history Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications: Experience in the following functional disciplines: Business Accounting Banking Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Graduate degree in Business or Finance Certified Public Accountant license
Education
Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields or related studies (or relevant years of work experience): Accounting Business Administration Business Management Finance At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale A minimum of two accounting courses (6 semester credit hours) with a "B" or better