Who May Apply
Job Opening : 54706
Open to ALL U.S. Citizens
Opening Date: May 3, 2024
Closing Date: May 17, 2024 11:59 pm (EST)
Questions regarding this opening should be directed to ashartzell@fbi.gov and mrcallen@fbi.gov.
Position: Forensic Accountant - Regional Program Manager (RPM), GS 13/14
Division: Criminal Investigative Division (CID)
Unit: Forensic Accountant Unit (FAU)
Location: FBI Headquarters, Washington, DC
Working Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (hours may vary)
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Salary:
GS 13: $117,962.00 - $153,354.00
GS 14: $139,395.00 - $181,216.00
In order to recruit and retain highly qualified candidates, eligible selectees will be offered a 25% recruitment incentive. Prior to receiving a recruitment incentive, an employee must sign a written agreement to complete a specific period of employment with the FBI at the new duty station.
Full Performance level: GS 14
Number of Positions Available: 1
Duration: Full Time/Permanent
Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Key Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance
- Some travel may be required
- Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually
- Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
- If the selectee is not an on-board FBI Financial Analyst or Forensic Accountant, the selectee approved for hire will be required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Once training dates are established, employee will be notified in advance
- In order to be given promotional consideration, current Forensic Accountants that have completed FACTS 18-02 or later must have completed their New Forensic Accountant Development Program (logbook) prior to the closing of this job opening
Mission Statement:
The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.
Major Duties:
GS 13:
- Provides expert knowledge and guidance to the field as it relates to accounting and finance issues, innovations, practices and principles, funding mechanisms, corporate and charitable finances, securities, domestic and international banking practices, money markets, and quantitative and qualitative analysis for evidentiary purposes.
- Oversees assigned region as an authority of the Forensic Accountant (FoA) and Financial Analyst (FA) programs. Reviews the duties and responsibilities of financial investigative personnel, to ensure that basic program elements are in place. Serves as an advisor/instructor, providing the latest information, standards, procedures, and career guidance to FoAs and FAs in the field.
- Operates independently and with wide latitude in planning, designing, and performing work that crosses organizational lines. Recommendations, decisions, and guidance are considered authoritative and generally accepted without signature change. As such, considerable mature judgment and ingenuity must be exercised.
- Creates a variety of tools to communicate with the field, executive management, and external audiences, to inform, educate, and report accomplishments and goals effectively.
- Establishes a rapport and productive working relationships with FBI administrative and operational leadership, colleagues, and external agencies and organizations. Builds and maintains considerable working relationships at the Headquarters level in order to facilitate program management through in-person meetings, working groups, and regular contact.
- Leverages technology applications to review, interpret, and report program-wide data/information in a variety of formats for distribution to recipients at various levels within, and external to the FBI. Possesses a proficient knowledge and ability to forensically investigate and analyze financial records utilizing all technology.
- Reviews FoA applications and promotion packages to assist FBI management in carrying out their responsibilities by providing clear and concise recommendations for implementing practices needed in the field office.
- Independently designs courses of action to implement assigned programs goals and initiatives, coordinates training, composes communications to FBI leadership and the field, and reports results of program accomplishments and initiatives.
- Coordinates and consults with internal and external resources to meet the objectives and requirements of the FoA Program. Makes and recommends appropriate policy and procedural changes to effectively meet program goals and objectives.
- Exercises considerable judgment in communicating at all levels of the organization and with liaison contacts.
- Leverages technology to become more efficient, effective and innovative.
- Independently directs projects, overseeing the work of coworkers and others to accomplish goals and objectives.
Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.
Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied.
All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:
- Consultative Services
- Forensic Accounting
- Program Management
This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic educational requirement by submitting a copy of their college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Applicants possessing certifications (e.g. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, or Certified Internal Auditor) MUST provide proof of such certifications along with their college transcripts. Candidate MUST submit a transcript attesting to possession of the required education as described under the Basic Requirements Section of the vacancy announcement.
A) Degree in accounting, or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.
OR
B) Combination of education and experience: At least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:
1. 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law.
2. A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination
OR
C) Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24 semester hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4 year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.
Specialized Experience (SE):
GS 13: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 12 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
- Conducted forensic examinations and provided expertise involving forensic accounting of a wide variety of complex and sophisticated financial records and recordkeeping systems by utilizing accounting, auditing, analytic and investigative skills
- Uncovered suspicious financial/fraudulent activity and/or provided quantitative financial information suitable for a court of law while serving in one or more of the following areas: Public Accounting; Litigation Support and Dispute Services; Government Accounting/Auditing; Financial Services Industry (banking, investment advisory/asset management, securities trading/brokerage); or Corporate Accounting/Internal Auditing
GS 14: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 13 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
- Provided extensive expertise, guidance, and oversight to a group of financial professionals involved in forensic accounting of a wide variety of complex and sophisticated financial records and recordkeeping systems, by utilizing accounting, auditing, analytic and investigative skills
- Uncovered suspicious financial/fraudulent activity and/or provided quantitative financial information suitable for a court of law while serving in two or more of the following areas: Public Accounting; Litigation Support and Dispute Services; Government Accounting/Auditing; Financial Services Industry (banking, investment advisory/asset management, securities trading/brokerage); or Corporate Accounting/Internal Auditing
Education
Education may not be substituted for Specialized Experience at these grade levels.
How to Apply
For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply . If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.
Required Documents
To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
- Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates
- A complete assessment questionnaire
- Other supporting documents ( if applicable ):
- College transcripts are required
- Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees
- Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information
- Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees
- Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later
You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.
What to Expect Next
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
Additional Information
- Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations.
- The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.
- As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.
- Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. You application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
- Management may select any grade for which this position has been announced.
- Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.
- Memorandum for Record: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum for Record):
b. The month/year work began
c. Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
d. Specific duties performed
Attach the Memorandum for Record to your application in the "Cover Letters and Attachments" section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type "Other."
Veterans' Preference
If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.
Nepotism
Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process, and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment or promotion.
During the hiring process, all selected candidates and FBI hiring managers will be required to certify they are not related to anyone involved in the hiring process.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either e-mail at REASONABLE_ACCOMMODA@fbi.gov , telephone at 202-324-2158, or FAX at 202-324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment.
This e-mail address is only for reasonable accommodation requests. Please do not submit your application and/or any questions unrelated to reasonable accommodations. Should any applications be received, they will not be forwarded for consideration during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Benefits
The FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: http://www.opm.gov/insure/new_employ/index.asp
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