Chief Financial Officer

Full Job Description

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is ranked within the top 5 mid-size agencies through the Partnership for Public Service's Best Places to Work in the Federal Government Rankings!

This Senior Executive Service (SES) position of Chief Financial Officer is located in the Office of the Executive Director. For more information visit: Office of the Executive Director.

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.

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES.

Failure to submit all required documentation by the closing date of this vacancy announcement, including adhering to the maximum two-page resume requirement, will result in removal from consideration.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s).

If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

TQ 1: Demonstrated accomplishments in federal acquisition and procurement including both policy development and operation of a contracting office.

TQ 2: Knowledge of the CFO Act of 1990 and demonstrated experience interpreting and analyzing OMB and Treasury regulations, policies and statutory requirements governing the use of Federal funds, and reporting requirements.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs.

If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding – This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.

ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency -This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture.

This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.

ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs.

Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Major Duties:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) leads a team responsible for executive and administrative operations in compliance with the CFO Act.

Key responsibilities include managing audits, formulating and executing the Commission's budget, overseeing accounting systems and internal controls, managing FERC fees and annual charges, ensuring financial integrity, and directing procurement, contracting, purchasing, facilities, and administrative programs.

The CFO also establishes Commission-wide operating procedures, policies, and priorities, and develops short- and long-term plans, including defining and synthesizing data for FERC's management planning and control system.

Formulates and executes the FERC budget. Directs and maintains accounting systems and reporting operations in compliance with Treasury, OMB, and GAO standards.

Ensures compliance with the CFO Act by developing and implementing policies and procedures for effective financial management.

Manages financial statements and reports in accordance with OMB guidance and ensure favorable audit outcomes. Directs procurement, contracting, and purchasing programs and activities.