Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst manages and coordinates financial and accounting work for both appropriated and nonappropriated funds of the Federal Circuit. The role ensures compliance with policies and internal controls while maintaining accurate financial operations. Key responsibilities include preparing and analyzing financial records, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, supporting budget execution, conducting internal reviews, improving procedures, and assisting with audits.

Duties

Representative duties are intended to illustrate the major duties and responsibilities that are performed by this position. Representative duties may be adjusted, and additional duties may be added, based on the operational needs of the court. Responsibilities of the Financial Analyst may include but will not be limited to:

• Financial Transaction Processing: Process and track transactions for both appropriated and nonappropriated funds, including vendor payments, purchase orders, and disbursements. Manage accounts receivable activities, including credit management and reimbursements from agencies and vendors. Review and verify payment vouchers for accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with judiciary policies. Enter financial data into judiciary systems with a high level of accuracy. Implement internal controls for the disbursement, transfer, recording, and reporting of funds. Verify receipt of goods and services before authorizing payments. Monitor and enforce compliance with financial deadlines and requirements to ensure the integrity of court financial operations.
• Travel Management: Administer travel authorizations and ensure compliance with judiciary travel policies throughout the process. Review and process travel vouchers and advance requests from court units, verifying expenses for accuracy and compliance with government regulations. Calculate reimbursements for lodging, meals, transportation, and incidental expenses. Manage the court's travel card program by processing applications, monitoring usage, auditing accounts, and resolving delinquencies, while serving as liaison with the travel card vendor and Administrative Office. Provide training to cardholders on proper usage and documentation requirements, generate monthly activity reports, and identify unusual spending patterns. Track travel advances to ensure timely reconciliation and develop expenditure reports to analyze spending trends. Educate court staff on travel policies and procedures to support compliance and proper documentation.
• Account Reconciliation and Verification: Conduct regular reconciliations of financial accounts to ensure accurate records across court operations. Investigate and promptly resolve discrepancies to maintain financial integrity. Reconcile subsidiary ledgers with control accounts and complete monthly and quarterly reviews of judiciary funds. Verify transactions against supporting documentation for compliance and legitimacy. Continuously monitor account balances, flagging significant variances for management attention. Track fund balances carefully to support responsible resource management. Coordinate with financial institutions to resolve issues and maintain accurate banking relationships.
• Financial Records Management: Develop and maintain accurate, comprehensive financial records for all court activities to ensure complete documentation. Enforce proper documentation standards in compliance with judiciary requirements and federal regulations, and implement records retention schedules aligned with archival policies. Document financial processes and procedures to support operational continuity and knowledge transfer. Organize, secure, and digitize financial records to protect sensitive information while improving accessibility. Ensure records are properly structured for audits and reviews. Support and cooperate with auditors by providing access to financial records, files, policies, and procedures, demonstrating accountability, efficient resource use, and full compliance.
• Financial reporting: Create, update, and analyze both routine and specialized financial reports to support court operations and oversight. Generate reports for court units, the Administrative Office, the U.S. Treasury, and other authorized entities in line with established schedules and requirements. Design and maintain advanced spreadsheets to effectively analyze and present financial data. Produce accurate, timely financial statements and budget reports to inform management decisions. Develop specialized reports to address specific management inquiries and operational needs. Prepare audit support documentation to ensure transparency and compliance. Compile and synthesize data for budget formulation and execution reporting and analyze financial trends to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and resource allocation.
• General Staff Responsibilities: Communicate complex information clearly, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences. Provide effective customer service by interacting professionally with the public and staff, resolving issues efficiently while following all applicable rules and procedures. Adhere to the Guide to Judiciary Policy, Administrative Office and local policies, internal controls, and the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Salary

• $55,940 - $85,447/year

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States. Non-citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, but employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions in 8 U.S.C.§ 1324b(a)(3)(B). Under 8 U.S.C.§1324b(a)(3)(B), a lawful permanent resident seeking citizenship may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen), at which point he or she must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible, and must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application). Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so.
• All offers of employment are provisional pending successful completion of a background check or investigation and a favorable employment suitability determination. Initial and continued appointment in this position is conditioned on a favorable moderate risk, five-year background investigation (renewed every five years). An unfavorable investigation at any point during employment may lead to removal.
• This position is subject to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Specialized Experience

• CL 25 ($56,478 - $70,623): Entry-level position. Candidates must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience that provided the opportunity to acquire knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology in at least one but preferably two or more of the functional areas of financial administration such as accounting, financial reporting, auditing, or budgeting. Alternatively, candidates may qualify by completing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or other related field from an accredited college or university and superior academic achievement as listed below.
• CL 26 ($62,212 - $77,771): Candidates must possess at least two (2) years of progressively responsible specialized experience that provided knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology in at least one but preferably two or more of the functional areas of financial administration such as accounting, financial reporting, auditing, or budgeting. One year of specialized experience may be substituted by a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university and superior academic achievement as listed below.
• CL 27 ($68,346 - $85,447): Candidates must possess at least four (4) years of progressively responsible specialized experience that provided knowledge of rules, regulations, and terminology in at least one but preferably two or more of the functional areas of financial administration such as accounting, financial reporting, auditing, or budgeting. One year of specialized experience may be substituted by a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university and superior academic achievement as listed below.

Superior Academic Achievement

• An overall "B" grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of a possible 4.0; AND/OR
• Standing in the upper third of the class; AND/OR
• "3.5" average or better in the major field of study, such as in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field that would prepare a candidate well to perform in this position; AND/OR
• Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societies meeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies, other than Freshman Honor Societies.
• Completion of one academic year (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) of graduate study at an accredited college or university. A degree program in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field is preferred.

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of and experience using automated financial management systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial record-keeping, analysis, and transaction processing.
• Ability to work independently and to set priorities across multiple assignments, as well as to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of and experience using SharePoint Online, Microsoft Office 365, and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Prior experience in federal judiciary or government financial operations.
• Familiarity with federal judiciary financial systems and procedures
• Knowledge of federal appropriations law and practices.

Education At a minimum, candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Other Information The court reserves the right to modify the conditions of this announcement, commence interviews immediately, withdraw the announcement, or fill the position at any time, any of which actions may occur without notice. The position will report to downtown Washington, DC; however, limited telework may be available on an ad hoc basis and/or according to agency policy. Employees of the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit are excepted service, at-will appointments. Federal government civil service classifications or regulations do not apply. For full posting, please visit: https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/wp-content/uploads/HR/JobAnnouncements/CAFC-26-12-FinancialAnalyst.pdf The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Required Documents

1. Cover letter of no more than two pages, wherein the applicant describes the knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience that would make them well qualified to fill this position.
2. Résumé outlining educational background, employment history, and other relevant information.
3. Academic transcripts for education substitutions ONLY.
4. Completion of the online AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment.
5. Completion of the online testing modules.

See 'How to Apply' for instructions.

How to Apply

To be considered application packages must include:

1. Cover letter of no more than two pages, wherein the applicant describes the knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience that would make them well qualified to fill this position.
2. Résumé outlining educational background, employment history, and other relevant information.
3. Academic transcripts for education substitutions ONLY.
4. Completion of the online AO-78, Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment.
5. Completion of the online testing modules.

Once you have the cover letter, résumé, and academic transcripts (if required) (items 1, 2, and 3 above) readily accessible in PDF format, follow the link below to submit your files and complete the online AO-78 and online tests (items 4 and 5 above): https://www.ondemandassessment.com/o/JBLM2G3ESXI/landing?u=116354

Applicants who require an exception to the online application may contact Human Resources to request an alternate method using the following email: hr@cafc.uscourts.gov. Applications submitted to this email address will not be reviewed.

Benefits The candidate selected for this position will be eligible for a generous federal employee benefits package which includes: Paid vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, and 11 paid federal holidays per year. Optional participation in Federal Employees Health Benefits plans (health, dental and vision); Federal Employees Group Life Insurance; Flexible Benefits Program. Public transportation subsidy, on-site fitness center, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Optional participation in Thrift Savings Plan (up to 5% employer matched contributions). Public Service Loan Forgiveness program pursuant to the term of the (PSLF) program. For more benefit information visit the Judiciary's Benefits Page.