Lyndon B Johnson Space Center - Houston, TX

posted 5 days ago

Full-time - Senior
Houston, TX

About the position

As a Deputy Office Chief within the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at Johnson Space Center, you will oversee and manage a team of accountants, providing essential administrative and management support. This role involves advising senior leadership on accounting and financial matters, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and leading strategic initiatives to enhance financial operations. You will also be responsible for fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion while championing NASA's commitment to excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Advise senior leadership on accounting and financial matters, including internal control measures.
  • Provide expert guidance to staff to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Make recommendations to resolve challenges with existing resources and advise on resource impacts.
  • Define jobs, select employees, and assign work within the office.
  • Recommend employee promotions and recognition; approve leave and implement performance modifications.
  • Provide authoritative interpretations of accounting policies and regulatory guidelines.
  • Act as an expert on special projects, advising management on major accounting program issues.
  • Lead strategic cross-functional special projects to implement best practices in accounting and financial control.
  • Oversee complex accounting and financial initiatives to improve review and validation processes.
  • Perform supervisory duties including assigning and evaluating work, recommending personnel actions, and identifying training needs.

Requirements

  • Specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level in overseeing or managing a team of accountants performing financial activities.
  • Technical oversight of financial management and/or accounting processes.
  • Experience in developing and implementing accounting practices and policies across an organization.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in federal financial management systems.
  • Knowledge of NASA's financial policies and procedures.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Paid holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
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