Location: Raleigh,NC, USA
Summary
The Financial Specialist is responsible for providing support to the budget and financial operations of the court.
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
12/10/2024 to 02/28/2025
* Salary
$55,128 - $89,577 per year
* Pay scale & grade
CL 26
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Raleigh, NC
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
Yes-as determined by the agency policy.
* Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel to divisional offices within the district.
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent - At-Will
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
27 - CL-27, Full Performance Level
* Job family (Series)
* 0505 Financial Management
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Not Required
* Drug test
No
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
No
* Announcement number
25-02P
* Control number
823277400
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This job is open to
* The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
This announcement will be open until filled. Applications received by January 2, 2025, will receive first consideration.
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Duties
The Financial Specialist performs duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Develops and/or assists in budget estimates to fund all operating costs of the court unit. Reports information to the Financial Administrator for review and approval.
* Monitors and analyzes spending plans for budget allotments. Executes approved budget plans. Recommends programming actions to cover projected shortfalls. Ensures allotment levels are not exceeded and obligations are not made in advance of an appropriation, allotment, or reprogramming transaction. Participates in advanced review and approval of major purchases.
* Prepares recurring reports of obligations and expenditures for court unit executives and the Financial Administrator. Utilizes financial software and systems to record, store, and track information.
* Reviews invoices and prepares payment vouchers for Pretrial Services and Probation, drug treatment and testing vendors. Reviews invoices received; enters data into automated check writing/accounting system and client record system.
* Receives, reviews, and processes travel vouchers and travel advance requests from court units. Ensures figures, postings, and documents are accurate and properly coded and entered. Communicates with individuals in court units to respond to questions, problems, or insufficiencies with voucher submissions and the status of payment of vouchers.
* Scans vouchers into filing system.
* Performs monthly posting and reconciliation of earned interest to commercial registry accounts.
* Performs internal audit of cash receipts mail logs.
* Performs reconciliation of Criminal Justice Act panel attorney payments.
* Assists with, as needed, receipt import and reconciliation process in financial accounting software.
* Assists with, as needed, criminal and civil financial account establishment in financial software. Additionally, assists with review and correction of established accounts and receipt-posting errors.
* Serves as Property Custodial officer for the court for non-IT inventory. Maintains, reconciles, and tracks accountable property. Conducts physical sightings of property.
* May serve as a liaison for the Chief U.S. Probation Officer and Clerk of Court with other agencies, outside vendors, and local building management.
* Attends conferences, training, and meetings as directed.
* Ensures adherence to the Guide to Judiciary Policy on budgetary and financial practices.
* Adheres to the court units' internal control procedures.
* Works closely with other members of the finance team.
* Assists the financial administrator with other assignments.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must be United States citizens or lawful permanent residents actively seeking citizenship. Judicial Branch employees are considered At-Will employees and are not subject to the employment regulations of competitive service. Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit is required.
Applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation (including references, criminal history, and credit history) prior to an offer of employment being made. The person selected for this position will also be required to submit fingerprints for an FBI background check. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully complete a ten-year background investigation with periodic updates every five years thereafter.
Qualifications
Experience & Qualifications: (1) a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field and at least 1 year of progressively responsible financial experience; (2) thorough knowledge of financial principles, business processes, and budgeting; (3) Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other financial software programs; (4) Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to relay financial information; (5) superior organizational skills and detail oriented mindset; and (6) professional and positive attitude.
Education
A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the Next steps section for more information.
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* Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Completed application, a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
* How to Apply
All interested persons should apply online by visiting and submit an application package which is to include: the completed application, a cover letter, resume, and three (3) employment references.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email ...@ncep.uscourts.gov
Address US District Court and US Probation Office, Eastern District of NC
310 New Bern Ave.
Room 610
Raleigh, NC 27601-1441
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Next steps
Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates in consideration for this position will be contacted.
* Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Criminal history inquiries
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Financial suitability
* New employee probationary period
* Privacy Act
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Selective Service
* Signature and false statements
* Social security number request
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Required Documents
Completed application, a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
All interested persons should apply online by visiting and submit an application package which is to include: the completed application, a cover letter, resume, and three (3) employment references.
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Agency contact information
Human Resources
Email ...@ncep.uscourts.gov
Address US District Court and US Probation Office, Eastern District of NC
310 New Bern Ave.
Room 610
Raleigh, NC 27601-1441
US
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates in consideration for this position will be contacted.
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
* Criminal history inquiries
* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
* Financial suitability
* New employee probationary period
* Privacy Act
* Reasonable accommodation policy
* Selective Service
* Signature and false statements
* Social security number request
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Overview
* Accepting applications
* Open & closing dates
12/10/2024 to 02/28/2025
* Salary
$55,128 - $89,577 per year
* Pay scale & grade
CL 26
* Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
* Raleigh, NC
* Remote job
No
* Telework eligible
Yes-as determined by the agency policy.
* Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel to divisional offices within the district.
* Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
* Appointment type
Permanent - At-Will
* Work schedule
Full-time
* Service
Excepted
* Promotion potential
27 - CL-27, Full Performance Level
* Job family (Series)
* 0505 Financial Management
* Supervisory status
No
* Security clearance
Not Required
* Drug test
No
* Financial disclosure
No
* Bargaining unit status
No
* Announcement number
25-02P
* Control number
823277400
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/823277400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.