Financial Administrator

Description:

This position is located in the United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the District of Columbia Clerk's Office Administrative Services Division and reports to the Financial Director.

Requirements:

Required Education and Experience: The successful candidate must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field closely related to the subject matter of the position.

To qualify for the CL-27, the candidate must also possess a minimum of two years of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower level below the position for which the applicant is being considered.

To qualify for the CL-28, the candidate must also possess a minimum of two years of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower level below the position for which the applicant is being considered.

Specialized experience includes progressively responsible experience that is in, or closely related to, the work of the position that has provided the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For example, progressively responsible experience in at least one, but preferably two or more of the functional areas of financial management and administration such as budgeting, accounting, auditing, or financial reporting that provided a knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology of financial administration.

Accounting and/or finance experience in the Federal Judiciary is preferred. This experience includes an in-depth body of knowledge of judicial policies, practices, regulations, and terminology related to court administration or finance.

CPA and/or CGFM certifications are preferred.

Must be able to exercise a high degree of judgment, flexibility, and initiative.

Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate with staff to determine needs and maintain complete and accurate records and files. The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is critical.

Excellent organizational skills, the ability to respond to requests on short notice and the ability to manage multiple tasks and stringent deadlines are essential.

Prior supervisory or management experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates should, at a minimum, be able to discuss management and staff development philosophies. The successful candidate must also complete the supervisory training series "Stepping Up to Leadership - Preparation for Supervision" within one year of appointment to the position of Financial Administrator.