Department of Defense

Finance and Accounting Analyst - Entry Level (Maryland)

Fort Meade, Maryland Full time

Finance and Accounting Analyst - Entry Level (Maryland)

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Fort Meade, Maryland

Salary Range: $57164 - $90898 Per Year

Job Summary: The National Security Agency employs a wide variety of business professionals who play a critical role in protecting our nation's security every day. The Audit, Accounting and Financial Services organization is responsible for all facets of financial reporting for the National Security Agency. We rely on the skills of our accounting and financial analysis professionals to support the internal infrastructure of a federal agency comparable in size and budget to Fortune 100 companies.

Major Duties:

  • As a Finance and Accounting Analyst at the NSA, you will process financial transactions to include computing entitlements such as pay, travel and contractor invoices. Responsibilities of a Finance and Accounting Analyst include, but are not limited to: - Preparing vouchers to authorize payment - Issuing checks or Electronic Funds Transfer payments - Posting certified execution documents to the NSA Finance and Accounting system - Analyzing financial transactions - Certifying availability and accountability of funds as well as entitlement for payment of claims and invoices - Preparing and certifying periodic reports on the status of appropriated funds Strong preference given to applicants with a major in Finance or Accounting.

Qualifications: The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Degree must be in Business or a related field (for example, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration). Relevant experience must be in financial management (for example, accounts payable, accounts receivable, disbursements, reviewing and certifying funds, payroll and travel accounting). ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL Entry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree and no experience.

How to Apply: To apply, please visit: https://apply.intelligencecareers.gov/job-description/1252491

Application Deadline: 2025-12-31