Executive Director, Office of Financial Policy and Reporting

Summary

Known as one of the best places to work in the Federal government, HHS seeks an Executive Director for the Office of Financial Policy and Reporting. With an annual HHS-wide budget near $2T, the role leads agency-wide financial management policy, accounting standards, internal controls over reporting, and reporting requirements under the CFO Act. The position sits within the Assistant Secretary for Financial Resource's Office of Finance, which leads financial management across HHS.

Duties

ABOUT THE POSITION As a Senior Executive, the Executive Director represents the Department at interagency forums, advises senior leadership on complex financial management issues, and promotes enterprise-wide consistency and innovation in accounting and reporting practices. The incumbent drives the development of HHS financial policy and reporting standards in support of sound stewardship of public resources and continuous improvement in financial management performance. Financial Management Policy Leadership: Provides executive leadership for developing, recommending, and issuing Department-wide financial management policies, standards, and procedures that ensure compliance with OMB, Treasury, GAO, and FASAB requirements. Serves as the authoritative source on accounting treatments, reporting practices, and financial management policy for the Department. Departmental Financial Reporting and Audit Oversight: Leads the Department's annual financial statement preparation and audit processes under the CFO Act. Coordinates with HHS's Divisions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting and audit deliverables. Oversees production of the Department's Agency Financial Report and other statutory financial reports. Internal Controls and Risk Management: Oversees the establishment and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting consistent with OMB Circular A-123, Appendix A. Ensures risk mitigation strategies and corrective action plans are implemented to address audit findings and material weaknesses and assures the integrity of Departmental financial information. Federal Policy and Standards Alignment: Reviews and interprets OMB, GAO, Treasury, and FASAB guidance on weaknesses and reporting standards. Ensures Departmental policies align with government-wide standards, transparency initiatives, and modernization efforts in reporting. Strategic Oversight and Coordination: Provides oversight and integration of financial management activities across all HHS components. Directs the development of consolidated financial statements, key reconciliations, and required financial management reports for OMB, Treasury, GAO, Congress, and other stakeholders. Liaison with Oversight and Intergovernmental Entities: Serves as the Department's principal liaison with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) on the annual audit strategy, and with OMB, Treasury, GAO, and other authoritative federal agencies on accounting and reporting issues. Represents HHS in government-wide financial management councils and initiatives. Data Governance, Transparency, and Process Improvement: Provides Department-wide leadership and oversight of the Digital Accounting and Transparency Act (DATA Act), including data governance, compliance, and data quality. Drives continuous improvement in enterprise financial reporting through standardized business rules, business process reengineering, automation, and the application of innovative financial technologies. Advisory and Support Role to Leadership: Advises the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Finance, the Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources, and senior leadership on financial policy, reporting, audit, and risk management matters. Provides expert guidance on Departmental financial practices and serves as a trusted advisor to HHS leadership.

Qualifications and evaluation

You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education (if applicable). Your application will be rated and ranked by an Executive Resources Board (ERB) Panel, comprised of at least three SES members, using only the information required within the application package. Applicants who do not demonstrate in their application sufficient possession of the ECQs and TQs will be determined ineligible for further consideration. Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (MTQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/.

Education

Desired Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field--or advanced degree and/or professional certification such as a certified public accountant (CPA), certified government financial manager (CGFM) or certified management accountant (CMA) - is preferred.

How to apply

You must submit the complete online application and documentation specified in the Required Documents by 11:59 PM (EST) on the CLOSING DATE 09/14/2026 of this announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.

Required documents

A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. 1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. 2. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy. 3. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification. CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation.

Additional information

HHS has a critical preparedness and response mission: HHS protects the American people from health threats, research emerging diseases, and mobilizes public health programs with domestic and international partners. In support of this mission, HHS offers its employees the opportunity to volunteer to become Federal Civilian Detailees and contribute their unique skills through voluntary temporary assignments to humanitarian emergencies or Departmental priorities countering new and emerging health, safety, and security threats. Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement. Preferred Experience: Prior supervisory experience required; Prior experience with HHS programs preferred. Salary: Salary for Senior Executive Service positions varies depending on qualifications. The annual salary range may be found at the top of this announcement. This position may be eligible for performance bonuses and performance-based pay adjustments. Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure HHS inspires public confidence by maintaining high ethical principles, and all Federal Government employees are subject to the conflict-of-interest statutes and regulations, including the Standards of Ethical Conduct, that govern activities with outside organizations and reporting financial holdings. The Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521 also requires the applicant selected for this position to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-278, prior to assuming the SES position, annually, and upon termination of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to If applying online poses a hardship to you, you may submit your application by contacting. BreAnna Stewart in the agency contact section. Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the POC in the agency contact section. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Veteran's Preference Veteran's Preference does not apply to the SES. Selective Service Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered or exempt from selective service see: https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.