IT Financial Analyst
Serve as an IT Financial Analyst within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Comptroller's Finance and Accounting Division at Fort Belvoir, VA. Provides end-to-end financial systems and accounting support to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and auditability of DTRA's official accounting system of record-the Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI)-and related tools such as JICAP, WAWF, DCAS, and DDRS. Works as part of an integrated team of government and contractor personnel supporting daily accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliation, and audit sustainment.
General duties include :
- Document development efforts and produce standard operating procedures, guides, job aids and other information to support the Agency's automated spend plan management system and other financial tools.
- Record obligations in the accounting system.
- Maintain and reconcile accounting records in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), DoD 7000.14-R Financial Management Regulation, and DTRA policies.
- Support the procure-to-pay and order-to-cash life cycle.
- Research, identify, and resolve unmatched disbursements, unliquidated obligations, and aged accounts payable / receivable balances.
- Coordinate with the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payment processing and reconciliation.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial certifications and reports required for audit sustainment and leadership review.
- Provide help-desk and end-user support for DAI financial modules.
- Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), user guides, and job aids for accounting processes and system functions.
- Analyze financial data to identify anomalies, develop corrective actions, and recommend process improvements.
- Participate in testing and validation of DAI system changes, upgrades, and data migrations to ensure business continuity.
- Support workforce training sessions on DAI functionality and proper accounting procedures.
Required qualifications include :
Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in DoD or federal financial management, including 3 years supporting ERP-based accounting systems (DAI preferred).Minimum 2 years DoD Program, Planning, Budget and Execution (PPBE) experience required.Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (required).Master's degree in a related discipline (preferred).Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) (Preferred) OR Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) (Preferred).Federal and DoD accounting policies, including GAAP and OMB Circular A-123 internal control requirements.End-to-end accounting operations within DAI and related systems (JICAP, WAWF, DCAS, DDRS).Audit sustainment, reconciliation, and financial statement certification processes.Budget execution, obligation management, and fund control procedures.Data-management concepts supporting automation and analytics in financial systems.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data validation) and Microsoft 365 suite (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access).Strong analytical skills for identifying trends, anomalies, and corrective actions in financial data.Excellent written and verbal communication for preparing technical documentation and executive-level reports.Proficient in developing SOPs, training materials, and process documentation.Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Interpret and apply DoD financial regulations and system procedures.Reconcile and validate accounting data across multiple systems.Maintain strict confidentiality and data integrity of financial records.Collaborate effectively with government personnel, auditors, and system administrators.Identify inefficiencies and propose automation or process improvements.Clearance : Secret minimum.
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