Apply online through November 23, 2026 at https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/892061800
This is NOT a remote work opportunity.
1 position located in:
Cleveland, OH
Pay
$52,688 – $101,375 per year
Duties
Monitors daily financial system activities and schedules to ensure operational applications are working within the specified parameters of efficiency.
Researches, analyzes, and assists in resolving daily system problems related to the supported operational system (contract, vendor, travel, or other payment systems), interface systems, databases, and processing cycle issues.
Provides technical guidance and support for various electronic commerce initiatives, and other programs or future technologies that may be developed.
Studies the financial management processes for assigned automated information systems and analyzes the effect of operational issues within established guidelines, internal controls, and system specifications.
Recommends system improvements and develops straight-forward data management applications when necessary.
Duties will be developmental in nature when the position is filled below the full performance level.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Suitable for Federal employment.
Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959).
Position sensitivity is Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk; requires obtaining and maintaining a favorable security suitability review and clearance determination.
In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements in 12 months.
Must obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program within two (2) years of entry on duty.
New employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
A 1-year probationary period may be required.
Qualifications
Resumes for federal government positions need more detailed work descriptions and accomplishments than a typical private sector resume. Please be sure to clearly describe the full scope of your work experiences in your resume.
Basic Requirement: Applicants MUST have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Management, Actuarial Science, or related), demonstrating the following competencies:
Financial Systems Operations – Knowledge of automated financial management processes, data flows, interfaces, and system schedules.
Problem Solving & Systems Troubleshooting – Ability to research and resolve issues related to operational payment systems, interfaces, and processing cycles.
Technical Guidance & Electronic Commerce – Skill in supporting electronic commerce initiatives and applying technical specifications to business processes.
Data Management & Analysis – Ability to study operational data, recommend system enhancements, and develop straightforward data management applications.
In addition to the Basic Competency Requirements listed above:
For entry at the GS-07, GS-09, or GS-11: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level within the Federal service (GS-05 for GS-07, GS-07 for GS-09, GS-09 for GS-11).
Specialized Experience is described as:
For GS-07: Performing core functions within an automated financial system, including data entry, transaction processing, data retrieval, verifying financial documents, and identifying basic transactional errors.
For GS-09: Analyzing and validating transactions, records, and reports within an automated financial system; identifying discrepancies; and examining financial processes.
For GS-11: Analyzing and evaluating financial functions, processes, and systems to ensure accuracy, adequacy, and compliance with statutory regulations; resolving issues such as inadequate fund control or inaccurate reporting; and conducting quality control to improve operations.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows:
GS-07: One full year of graduate-level education, OR a Bachelor’s degree with Superior Academic Achievement (GPA of 2.95 or higher on a 4.0 scale, upper third class standing, or national honor society membership).
GS-09: A Master’s or equivalent graduate degree, OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, OR LL.B./J.D.
GS-11: A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, OR LL.M.
Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate-level education and experience may also be used to meet total requirements. All education must be from accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and related to financial fields.
Applications are ONLY accepted for consideration through https://dfas.usajobs.gov/job/892061800 through November 23, 2026.