Department: Department of Defense
Location(s): Indianapolis, Indiana, Cleveland, Ohio, Whitehall, Ohio
Salary Range: $164256 - $228000 Per Year
Job Summary: As the Director for Internal Review, this position serves to develop an aggressive and innovative internal review program for the Department of War (DOW) Financial Management and non-Financial Management programs and processes operated by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS). The position is assigned to DFAS Headquarters. One position is available, which may be located at Indianapolis, IN; Cleveland, OH; or Whitehall (Columbus), OH.
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Qualifications: This position is in the Senior Executive Service (SES), a small elite group of top government leaders. SES members possess a diverse portfolio of experiences including strong skills to lead across organizations. This position has a positive education requirement. To qualify you must meet one of the basic requirements described below: (1) Completion of all requirements for a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. OR (2) Candidates may also qualify through a combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of accounting experience or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge AND 24 semester hours in accounting/auditing courses, which may include up to 6 hours of business law, OR a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor. **YOU MUST SUBMIT PROOF OF EDUCATION AND/OR CERTIFICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. Click here for more information regarding acceptable documentation: Transcripts and Certifications In addition to meeting the basic requirement, in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your application package that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) related to this position within your resume. Your resume MAY NOT EXCEED two pages. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be disqualified. ECQs and TQs must be addressed within your resume. Separate narrative statements addressing ECQs and TQs will not be considered. Please see the "Required Documents" section for additional information. Your resume should include examples of experience, education and accomplishments applicable to the qualifications. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive further consideration for the position. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING: 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. DRIVING EFFICIENCY: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. MERIT AND COMPETENCE: Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. LEADING PEOPLE: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group towards 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. ACHIEVING RESULTS: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ's): Demonstrated experience in leading an internal auditing and investigative program consistent with professional auditing and investigative standards, policies, and guidance, such as Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) guidance, and DoW Auditing and Investigative policies. Comprehensive knowledge of performance audit, attestation engagement, and investigative regulations, policies and procedures sufficient to provide authoritative strategic and tactical direction and guidance to an agency-wide internal review program. DoD Joint Enterprise-wide Experience: Possess a broad point of view and an awareness and understanding of individual or organizational responsibilities in relation to DoD or government-wide strategic priorities. Executives should demonstrate ability to work with internal and external partners to support national security objectives. This perspective is typically gained through a variety of diverse work experiences. In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 1300.26 "Operation of the DoD Financial Management Certification Program," this position requires you to obtain an Level 3 Certification under the DoD Financial Management Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position. Failure to become certified within the required timeframe may be grounds for removal. from the position and/or Federal service. Once certified, the incumbent must obtain the required Continuing Education and Training (CET) units as outlined in DoDI 1300.26. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at www.dfas.mil/careers/fmcertification.html.
How to Apply: Your complete application package must be received by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, TAG: 03/13/2026 A complete application includes your resume addressing experience, the Executive Core Qualifications, the Technical Qualifications, and other qualifications as applicable, and any other documents listed below under Required Documents Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. 1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. 2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application. 3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Application Deadline: 2026-03-13