Assistant Financial Clerk

Summary

The Secretary of the Senate's Senate Disbursing Office is seeking an Assistant Financial Clerk. The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at

Duties

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NATURE OF WORK

This position oversees the technical and administrative work of accounting, payroll, benefits, and related financial services and financial systems that support the financial operations of the U.S. Senate. Work includes planning, scheduling, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating effectiveness of the policy, procedures, and internal controls over all operations of the Senate Disbursing Office. Work is bound by Title 2 of the U.S. Code; generally accepted accounting principles; Secretary of the Senate policies and procedures; the U.S. Senate Handbook; the Senate Ethics Manual; and Senate Disbursing Office procedures, practices, and guidelines, but requires independent judgment in setting priorities in handling assignments.

The complete vacancy announcement and application may be found on the United States Senate Career Page at

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Conditions of employment

• For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to everyday risks and discomforts, and requires the use of normal safety precautions. Work requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds, as well as regular use of typical office equipment, software programs, and methods of communication such as a computer, email, telephone, photocopier, and fax machine.

Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required for performance of duties. Work also requires physical presence in the office, except as otherwise required by the Office of the Secretary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work requires a bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field with 8 to 10 years of government financial management experience and at least six years of supervising experience; and the following knowledge, skills, and abilities :

Knowledge of federal budgeting, federal financial systems and practices, and government accounting.

Knowledge of federal employment laws, regulations and industry best practices.

Knowledge of Disbursing Office financial management systems, functions, policies, and practices.

Extensive Senate experience and institutional knowledge.

Knowledge of the federal and / or Senate appropriations process, including but not limited to committee funding structure, Senators' Official Personnel and Office Expense Allowance (SOPOEA), and miscellaneous items.

Knowledge of budget execution, control over funds, and requirements from federal agencies that issue guidance for administering government funds.

Ability to handle confidential information with tact and diplomacy.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.

Ability to analyze system performance, operation, effectiveness, and capability, and make sound and authoritative recommendations to management.

Ability to handle assigned projects from beginning to completion with minimal supervision.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to develop and implement policy and operational guidelines and procedures.

Ability to manage large, complex fiscal activities in a decentralized environment.

Ability to master the principles, theories, laws, regulations, and practices of federal financial management.

Ability to monitor the obligations and expenditures of Senate funds using the Senate's automated accounting system to ensure that funds are disbursed in a timely manner and in accordance with appropriation law guidelines.

Ability to analyze proposed legislation for operational and budget implications and to prepare cost estimates to recommend funding levels.

Experience supervising staff and preparing performance evaluations and improvement plans. Ability to recognize and solve personnel issues and conflicts.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizenship.

Ability to obtain and hold a Top Secret security clearance.

Education

See minimum qualifications above for education details and Licenses & Certifications.

Additional information

The Secretary of the Senate is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws.

This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email resumes@sec.senate.gov with "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject line.

No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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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 that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.