Internal Controls/Training Specialist - Department of Commerce
Description

The International Trade Administration (ITA), through the Office of the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (OCFAO), is seeking an experienced Internal Controls/Training Specialist to enhance its financial operations and support both domestic and overseas financial systems. This position will be integral to the Division of Financial Management and Administrative Oversight (BFD) in ensuring ITA-wide compliance, effective reporting, and operations related to internal controls, system interoperability, and financial policy implementation.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Provide technical and functional support across various financial systems, including Commerce Business Systems (CBS), the Department of State's Global Financial Management Systems (GFMS), and the National Finance Center (NFC).
- Ensure compliance with OMB A-123 by developing, implementing, and monitoring internal control policies, standards, and procedures.
- Design and conduct training sessions for stakeholders on internal controls and financial policies to ensure compliance and effective usage of financial systems.
- Perform comprehensive reviews of existing general ledger balances to identify necessary journal vouchers and/or adjusting entries.
- Monitor and reconcile SF-132/SF-133 documentation to maintain accurate financial records.
- Conduct quarterly Undelivered Order (UDO) Reviews and monthly Unmatched Cost Reconciliation to ensure financial integrity.
- Engage in special project analysis and oversight related to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the Corporation for Travel Promotions (CTP).
- Develop design documents that propose solutions to enhance internal controls and financial processes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to standardize procedures that align with ITA financial initiatives and modernization efforts.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree (BS/BA) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Approximately 8 years of relevant experience in internal controls, financial analysis, or financial operations.
- Strong understanding of federal financial regulations, internal controls, and compliance frameworks, particularly OMB A-123.
- Proven experience in designing and delivering training programs related to financial policies and internal controls.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.

Salary Description
85,000 - 150,000