What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auditor position at USDA-FSIS?
Duties
Summary
This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). OCFO provides staff leadership and administrators financial, budge, and performance management programs necessary to support FSIS programs and administrative activities. It also develops and implements financial/accounting/budget and performance improvement policies and procedures for FSIS. OCFO has responsibility for all FSIS financial management, strategic planning, and budget and performance improvement activities.
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing duties which included: Led financial reviews, operational analyses, and compliance assessments for federally funded programs, ensuring adherence to policies, OMB cost principles, and statutory requirements under the FMIA, PPIA, and EPIA. Coordinated with Federal and State partners to interpret regulatory requirements, align financial practices, and resolve complex compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions. Conducted onsite and virtual evaluations of State financial systems, internal controls, and cost-allocation practices to assess compliance with Federal requirements, issuing findings and recommending corrective actions. Reviewed and analyzed administrative and program expenditures, indirect cost proposals, and supporting documentation. Performed desk reviews of grant financial reports and documentation to verify compliance with grant terms, cost principles, and audit requirements, ensuring deficiencies were corrected and non-recurring. Developed clear, well-organized, and fully cross-referenced audit work papers supporting conclusions, facilitating internal review, and strengthening audit defensibility. Education cannot be substituted for experience to qualify for the GS-13 grade level. To learn more on how to qualify for this position, Click Here Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs. USDA is a great place to start or continue your career. For more information on USDA and the Food Safety and Inspection Service, visit FSIS.
Summary
This position is in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO). OCFO provides staff leadership and administrators financial, budge, and performance management programs necessary to support FSIS programs and administrative activities. It also develops and implements financial/accounting/budget and performance improvement policies and procedures for FSIS. OCFO has responsibility for all FSIS financial management, strategic planning, and budget and performance improvement activities.
Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Specialized Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service performing duties which included: Led financial reviews, operational analyses, and compliance assessments for federally funded programs, ensuring adherence to policies, OMB cost principles, and statutory requirements under the FMIA, PPIA, and EPIA. Coordinated with Federal and State partners to interpret regulatory requirements, align financial practices, and resolve complex compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions. Conducted onsite and virtual evaluations of State financial systems, internal controls, and cost-allocation practices to assess compliance with Federal requirements, issuing findings and recommending corrective actions. Reviewed and analyzed administrative and program expenditures, indirect cost proposals, and supporting documentation. Performed desk reviews of grant financial reports and documentation to verify compliance with grant terms, cost principles, and audit requirements, ensuring deficiencies were corrected and non-recurring. Developed clear, well-organized, and fully cross-referenced audit work papers supporting conclusions, facilitating internal review, and strengthening audit defensibility. Education cannot be substituted for experience to qualify for the GS-13 grade level. To learn more on how to qualify for this position, Click Here Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs. USDA is a great place to start or continue your career. For more information on USDA and the Food Safety and Inspection Service, visit FSIS.