• COMPANY:
  Central Intelligence Agency

• LOCATION:
  Washington, DC metropolitan area

• SALARY:
  $53,468 – $79,122

• JOB STATUS/TYPE:
  Full Time

• JOB CATEGORY:
  Support Services

• INDUSTRY:
  Government

• EDUCATION LEVEL:
  See Job Description

• ADDRESS:
  Central Intelligence Agency
  Office of Public Affairs
  Washington, D.C. 20505

Finance Resource Officer

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 developmental 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 – 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 Banking.

Journeyman – 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.

Minimum requirements:

Developmental Professionals – Should have at least a BA in accounting or finance, or any business-related major, but must have completed a minimum of three accounting courses (9 credit hours) with a “C” or better. 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 developmental 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.

Salary – competitive and negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Developmental level salaries begin at $53,468. 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.

Because of CIA’s national security role, all applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation.

The CIA is America’s premier intelligence agency, and we are committed to building and maintaining a workforce as diverse as the nation we serve.

An equal opportunity employer and a drug-free work force.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.cia.gov