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Summary
This position is located at Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Finance and Procurement. As the Assistant Director, the incumbent provides overall direction and strategic planning for financial management, budget formulation and execution; administrative oversight and accountability for the Bureaus acquisitions, procurement and contracting responsibilities; and directly influences the vision, strategic direction, financial integrity, and strategic sourcing for the agency
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Clarification from the agency
1. U.S Citizens or U.S. Nationals; no prior federal experience is required.
Duties
The incumbent serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and principal advisor to the Deputy Director on financial and procurement matters.
As an Assistant Director - Office of Finance and Procurement, you will:
- Provide policy and strategic advice to the Director, Deputy Director, Associate Directors, and other agency executives on all agency-wide financial management objectives and matters.
- Serve as advisor on all aspects of the contracting/procurement program, and provide leadership and direction on oversight initiatives to ensure the Bureau's acquisition, procurement, and contracting responsibilities.
- Oversee CFPB finance and accounting; planning and budgeting; travel and relocation; elimination of fraud, waste and abuse of Federal funds; management of the Civil Penalty Fund; and contract acquisition and contract management.
- Direct the Bureau's Enterprise Risk Management program and implement a program appropriate for the size and complexity of the agency consistent with OMB Circular A-123.
- Coordinate and collaborate with Bureau senior leaders in the development and implementation of the Bureau's multi-year strategic plan and annual performance plan consistent with OMB Circular A-11 and A-136.
- Work with senior leaders and oversight bodies (e.g., Office of Management and Budget, Government Accountability Office, Inspector Generals, etc.) to enhance the Bureau's financial controls; enforce policies and procedures; implement proactive enterprise risk reporting; and/or respond to audit findings.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement 26-CFPB-13093494-MP. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.
Key Requirements:- Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
- A one year probationary period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the probationary/trial period.
- A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required. .
- Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- File a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 278e) within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
- This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with The CFPB. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow The CFPB to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
As a basic requirement for entry into this CN-81 position, applicants must provide evidence of the specialized experience listed below:
- Demonstrated experience leading and directing the strategic planning, implementation, integration, and evaluation of financial management functions of a complex organization including: finance and accounting; budget formulation and execution; internal controls and risk mitigation compliance; financial systems; and federal procurement planning and execution; AND
- Demonstrated experience leading strategic planning and the development of accountable performance metrics; implementation of an enterprise risk management program appropriate for the size and mission of an organization; and directing a federal travel and relocation program; AND
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplined teams and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. executive leadership, supervisors, subject matter experts, etc.) to continuously evaluate, align, measure, and report on the performance of an organization's budget, finances, risk mitigation, procurement, travel, and strategic planning; AND
- Experience working directly with oversight bodies (e.g. Office of Management and Budget, Government Accountability Office, Inspector Generals) to: continuously enhance and improve an organization's financial controls; enforce policies and procedures; implement proactive enterprise risk reporting; and respond to audit findings through planned corrective action plans.
Part-time experience will be credited pro-rata based on a 40-hour work week, while work of 32 hours or more will be rounded up to full-time experience. If you have multiple positions that have overlapping start and/or end dates, only 40 hours of experience will be credited for a given work week. Refer to Resume Tips for more information on how to submit a comprehensive résumé.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
OTHER INFORMATION:
- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
- This announcement may be used to fill like positions in other organizations within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- This is a non-bargaining unit position.
- We offer opportunities for telework.
- We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
- Bureau employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions, which applicants may review at www.oge.gov. In addition, employees must comply with the Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (5 CFR 9401), which, among other things, prohibit an employee or the employee's spouse or minor child from owning or controlling a debt or equity interest in an entity supervised by the Bureau. Regulations also impose restrictions on the outside activities of certain Bureau employees, including examiners and attorneys. Applicants may review the Bureau ethics regulations and a summary of the regulations at www.consumerfinance.gov. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Bureau Ethics Office at EthicsHelp@cfpb.gov.
- your entire work history with specific start and end dates (MM-DD-YYYY) provided for each listed position
- hours worked per week for each position
- degrees and the dates conferred (MM-YYYY)
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Your Federal benefits include the following:- Challenging and rewarding work benefitting American consumers - Opportunities for development and advancement- Comprehensive Federal health, retirement, life (FEGLI), vision and dental (Benefeds) benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specifc benefits offered.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, required supporting documents, and Executive Competency Narrative. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your résumé may result in a "not qualified" determination.
Rating: You MUST submit a separate, concise Executive Competencies Narrative (no more than 5 total pages), that addresses your experience applying the four Executive Competencies below to manage and achieve the goals of your organization(s) at the time of application. Your Executive Competencies narrative should include where and when the qualifications were obtained, and the organizational setting in which the experience was acquired (e.g. organization size, level, and assigned fiscal resources). A panel of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will assess each applicant's Executive Competencies narrative to determine best qualified applicants for the position.
If you meet the specialized experience requirements, your narrative response will be evaluated and scored against the following Executive competencies:
Driving Efficiency (Managing Resources) - Prepares plans for resources that are aligned with strategies and available resources and protects resources to ensure the prevention of fraud, waste, or abuse.
Merit and Competence (Decision Making and Problem Solving) - Makes and communicates decisions in alignment with established practices and protocols while managing risks and synthesizing information to identify timely, sound, data-driven ideas or solutions; recognizes when to take action and when to gather additional data and makes logical decisions when dealing with pressure situations or unexpected problems.
Leading People (Accountability) - Demonstrates through words and actions integrity, trust, and a commitment to serve the public; understands CFPB's mission, why the agency exists, and how own and others' roles contribute to success; honors commitments; takes responsibility for own actions and the work of the team; models ownership of problem solving.
- Achieving Results (Managing Quality Results) - Provides work that is responsive to stakeholder or mission requirements and collects and acts on feedback/data to improve quality, efficiency, or responsiveness. Anticipates stakeholder needs and proactively addresses them to resolve concerns and balances stakeholder requests against capacity.
Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of three quality level categories:
A (highest quality category), B (middle quality category), or C (minimally qualified category), based on the assessment of Executive Competencies Narrative.
Veterans' preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category.
Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in one or more selection interviews.
Required Documents
A complete application includes 1. A resume, 2. Vacancy question responses, 3. Submission of any required documents, and 4. Executive Competencies Narrative. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.1. All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) Please limit your résumé to 2 pages. To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view resume tips.
2. Submission of any required documents identified below, if applicable: Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
- VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION:
- Submit member copy 4 of your DD-214 or other (certificate of release or discharge from active duty) or notice form.
- Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out the SF-15 and provide an official document dated 1991 or later, from the department of veterans affairs or from a branch of the armed forces, and/or any other associated documentation based on your preference.
- If applying based on eligibility under the veterans opportunity to work (vow) act, you must submit certification from the armed forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date you submit your application. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions.
- For more information on veterans' preference see Feds Hire Vets.
- CURRENT OR FORMER POLITICAL SCHEDULE A, SCHEDULE C, NON-CAREER SES OR PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEE EMPLOYEES: Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
- Position title;
- Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
- Agency; and
- Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
- A separate, concise Executive Competencies Narrative (no more than 5 total pages), that addresses your experience applying the four Executive Competencies listed in the "How You Will be Evaluated" above to manage and achieve the goals of your organization(s).
See our tips on the application process and printable checklist to ensure each step of the application is completed.
How to Apply
Please review the entire announcement before applying.
You may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation as part of the job application process if you need one due to a disability, pregnancy; childbirth; or related medical conditions, or religion. Learn more about reasonable accommodations.
- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
- Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen
- Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.
For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
To preview the questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101171
If you are unable to apply online, please contact: https://staffacq-applicant.opm.gov/hc/en-us/requests/new
Click here to view the announcement status or your application status. Your application status page is where you can view your application status, USA Hire assessment completion status, and review your notifications sent by the hiring agency regarding your application.
Agency contact information
Next steps
Once the online application is submitted, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your résumé and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the minimum qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting: Ana.GuzmanEvans@cfpb.gov
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in finance and office manager jobs.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, or comparable accounting software
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
- Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly close processes
- Strong knowledge of payroll processing and basic HR administration
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including budgeting and financial reporting functions
- CPA, CMA, or bookkeeping certification preferred for mid-size and larger organizations
Tips for Your Finance and Office Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume for dual scope
Finance and office manager roles expect you to own both numbers and operations simultaneously. Separate your resume into two clear competency clusters, financial management and administrative oversight, so hiring managers can quickly confirm you handle both without reading between the lines.
Highlight the software stack you know
Employers filter hard on tools. Name every accounting platform, payroll system, and office suite you've used in your work history, not just a skills list. Candidates who show hands-on QuickBooks, Sage, or similar experience in context move past the first screen faster.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists finance and office manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by company size deliberately
At companies under fifty employees, this role often carries full ownership of payroll, vendor contracts, and facilities. At larger firms it narrows to one function. Read headcount signals in the job description and match your application story to the actual scope they're hiring for.
Prepare a scenario answer on cash flow
Interviewers for this role almost always ask how you've managed a tight month, a late vendor payment, or an audit. Prepare one specific story with the financial constraint, what you did, and the outcome. Vague answers about teamwork will not hold up here.
Negotiate by separating the two functions
Because this role combines finance and operations, compensation benchmarks are blended and often undervalued. During negotiation, cite what a standalone finance manager earns and what an operations manager earns in the market, then position your offer as reflecting both responsibilities.
Finance and Office Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most finance and office managers?
VEO Ophthalmics, Boston University, and Trevino Injury Law are hiring the most finance and office managers right now, with openings concentrated in Massachusetts, District of Columbia, and Kansas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent at professional services firms, healthcare clinics, and growing nonprofits that need a single person to own both financial controls and day-to-day office operations.
How many finance and office manager jobs are remote?
About 17% of finance and office manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role skews more on-site than many white-collar positions because of physical office responsibilities. The financial reporting and bookkeeping side of the role is most likely to be performed remotely, while vendor coordination, facilities management, and in-person staff support typically require a physical presence.
How do you become a finance and office manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, then gain experience in either an accounting role or an office coordinator position. Build proficiency in accounting software and payroll systems, and take on cross-functional responsibilities wherever possible. Many people move into this role after several years working in bookkeeping or administrative management, then stepping into a combined position at a smaller organization.
Can you get hired as a finance and office manager with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to show competency across both sides of the role, even at entry level. Candidates with an accounting certificate or associate's degree, some bookkeeping or office coordinator experience, and strong software skills are competitive for junior versions of this role at small businesses. Demonstrating that you've handled financial records and managed office workflows, even in a part-time or volunteer capacity, closes a lot of the experience gap.
What does the finance and office manager interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen covering your background and software experience. The second is a deeper in-person or video interview with scenario-based questions about cash flow management, vendor disputes, payroll issues, and how you prioritize competing administrative and financial deadlines. Some employers add a short skills assessment covering Excel or basic bookkeeping scenarios before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to finance and office manager jobs?
You can find and apply to finance and office manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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