Auditor (Bankruptcy)

Summary

This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below: U.S. Trustee Program | Auditor Recruitment

Duties

The Auditor is responsible for the financial analysis and investigative work associated with bankruptcy cases under applicable law, to support the litigation and civil enforcement efforts of the USTP. The Auditor performs work that is similar in scope and complexity to that performed by a public accounting firm. The typical duties of an Auditor include: Apply professional accounting knowledge and understanding of general business operations to complex chapter 7 and 11 bankruptcy cases; Work closely with Trial Attorneys to analyze bankruptcy cases and supporting financial documentation to determine adequacy and accuracy, sometimes for testimony at trial; Perform exams, audits, reviews, and analysis of bankruptcy cases administered by standing and panel trustees. Determine trustees' adequacy, accuracy, and compliance with accounting principles and practices; Provide a variety of accounting and auditing services associated with chapter 7 and 11 matters; Work closely with Trial Attorneys on large chapter 11 cases to determine the adequacy of information provided by debtors at the beginning of the case and during its pendency; and, Ensure the debtor's compliance with required forms and documents.

Qualifications and evaluation

Optional Narrative Statements The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your commitment to public service to hiring managers and agency leadership. Although responses are optional and will not be scored, applicants are encouraged to address each question thoughtfully. Please limit each response to 200 words or fewer. At the beginning of your submission, please certify that the responses are your own work and that you did not use a consultant or any artificial intelligence (AI) tool, including large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT or Copilot. How has your commitment to the Constitution and the founding principles of the United States inspired you to pursue this role within the Federal government? Provide a concrete example from professional, academic, or personal experience. In this role, how would you use your skills and experience to improve government efficiency and effectiveness? Provide specific examples where you improved processes, reduced costs, or improved outcomes. How would you help advance the President's Executive Orders and policy priorities in this role? Identify one or two relevant Executive Orders or policy initiatives that are significant to you and explain how you would help implement them if hired. How has a strong work ethic contributed to your professional, academic or personal achievements? Provide one or two specific examples and explain how those qualities would enable you to serve effectively in this position.

How to apply

Application Process This vacancy announcement is open to all U.S. citizens. Applicants must submit a complete application package as described below. Submit your full application package as a single PDF to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov using the following subject line: Auditor and location of interest.

Required documents

Resume: Your two-page resume showing relevant experience should include your name and contact information in addition to the following for proper determination to be made: where you worked, job title, series and grade, if applicable, duties and accomplishments for each position, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week and salary. Resumes exceeding two pages will be disqualified. Transcripts: If this position has a positive education requirement or you are using your education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts. The unofficial transcripts must include the following information: name of accredited institution, grades earned, quarter or semester hours earned, and date degree conferred. If selected for this position, you will be required to provide an official certified copy of your transcripts before a start date will be established. SF-50(s): Current or former federal employees must submit a SF-50. Performance Appraisal: Current Federal employees must submit a copy of their most recent completed annual performance appraisal. Veterans' Preference Documentation: If claiming preference, you must submit a copy of your DD Form-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", showing the dates of active-duty service, type of discharge and the character of service.

Additional information

Salary and Benefits This position is on the General Schedule (GS) pay scale. Salary and grade level are determined by incumbent's duty location, years, and type of experience. To review the current GS salary table and our comprehensive list of benefits, please click here. Travel Periodic travel is required depending on work assignments and training. Relocation Expenses Relocation expenses are not authorized.