Description
<p>Financial Manager serves as a primary staff officer for financial management. Directs and coordinates financial management functions and serves as the advisor to the Commander on all matters pertaining to programming/budgeting, finance and accounting, cost analysis, management practices, and financial management personnel and units. Examines, controls, and certifies military and civilian payrolls, travel, commercial accounts, non-appropriated funds, and other vouchers and claims. Establishes, controls, and audits all finance and accounting systems. Prepares and distributes reports and financial statements to provide the commander and staff with adequate information for management, status of funds, and budget purposes. Plans, develops, justifies, analyzes and executes programs/budgets.</p>
Core Skills
- financial analysis and reporting
- budget development and execution
- cost analysis and forecasting
- payroll and disbursement oversight
- internal controls and compliance
- data analysis and visualization
- ERP and financial systems administration (user-level)
- audit preparation and support
- policy development and implementation
- team leadership and supervision
- stakeholder communication and advising
- process improvement
- risk management
- training and mentoring staff
Common Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Civilian Career Paths
- FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- ADMINISTRATION
- IT MANAGEMENT
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