Finance Officer—Expert, Mid, and Entry Level
Looking for stimulating challenges, flexibility, and personal reward? Then a career with the Central Intelligence Agency's (CIA's) Financial Services Division may be the right place for you! The very nature of our organization presents many unique opportunities for finance professionals, both in the United States and overseas.
Job Description: Financial Services Division represents a diverse, multi-skilled workforce dedicated to providing the full range of financial services, administrative support, and resource management to the CIA. We are looking for well-motivated, bright, forward-leaning individuals who are seeking a unique opportunity to serve their country and to work in a diverse, dynamic, and challenging environment.
As a new employee with Financial Services Division, you will be introduced to the Agency by being placed in one of the following entry-level areas:
- Accounts and Liaison
- Central Travel Services
- Component Budget and Finance Offices
- Compensation Group
- Contract Audit and Payment
The purpose of these entry-level positions is to provide new careerists with the opportunity to become familiar with the Agency and to receive appropriate training within the Finance arena. It also enables new employees to get acclimated to the security and cover arrangement that are required for each position.
Financial Services Division offers the following career progression levels:
Developmental (GS 7-11) - develops knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles coupled with Agency and Federal accounting regulations and practices. Assignments may include Contract Audit and Payment; Central Travel Services; Compensation Group; Accounts and Liaison; Component Budget and Finance Office; and Covert Banking.
Journeyman (GS 12-13) - applies knowledge of financial regulations, processes, and budget formulation; supervisory and/or team leading responsibilities. Assignments may be in Component Budget and Finance Offices; Directorate/Agency Budget Staffs; Accounts and Liaison; Policy Group; and domestic and overseas assignments.
Throughout these levels of progression, in addition to obtaining valuable on-the-job training, the Finance Professional will have the opportunity to participate in formal technical and career development courses available internally or through external workshops, seminars, and colleges and universities.
Qualifications:
Entry Level Professionals - Should have at least a BA in accounting or finance, with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0. Related work experience and/or applicable internship experience is a plus. Must have excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and a focus on customer service. Good analytic and problem-solving skills are also highly desired.
Experienced Finance Professionals - In addition to our entry level professional qualifications, more experienced applicants will have gained substantial direct experience in accounting through positions in industry and/or the US Government. Intelligence Community experience is desired. Advanced degrees in business are advantageous, as is a Certified Public Accountant license.
Undergraduate Student Internships - Financial Services has openings for the Student Trainee Program (work alternating semester or quarter basis and expected to spend a minimum of three semesters or four quarters on the job prior to graduation) and the Internship Program (work either a combination semester and summer internship or two 90-day summer internships). Qualifications are similar to those described above for the Entry-Level Professional.
Salary - competitive and negotiable based on qualifications and experience. CIA offers a comprehensive employee benefits program. Most positions are in the Washington, D.C. area.
Required: US citizenship, as is successful completion of a medical evaluation, polygraph interview, and an extensive background investigation.
ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE RELOCATION TO THE WASHINGTON DC METROPOLITAN AREA.
To Apply:
Note: Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.
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