This is a virtual position. It is not a remote role. The selected candidate must live within 50 miles of a VA Medical Center, VA facility, or VA-leased space, and will report for duty at their nearest VHA location. Duty Location of Phoenix VA Medical Center is preferred. Highly qualified applicants may be considered for a virtual duty location. A final virtual job offer requires meeting the 50-mile residency requirement and obtaining approval to work at a VA facility.
30 Day Hiring Model The Department of Veterans Affairs is implementing a streamlined 30-Day Hiring Model designed to accelerate hiring while maintaining the highest standards of merit-based selection. This improved process reduces traditional hiring timelines by integrating early coordination, faster assessments, and efficient pre-employment actions. Applicants can expect a more transparent, predictable, and efficient hiring journey from announcement to entry on duty.
What Applicants Can Expect Expedited Candidate Review Once the announcement closes, Human Resources will quickly review applications, issue certificates of eligible candidates the day after the announcement closes and refer applicants for hiring manager consideration. Quick Interviews & References HR may arrange interviews and will request references within 3-5 days after being referred to the hiring manager.
Streamlined Pre-Employment Requirements: Following a tentative offer, applicants should be prepared to complete required steps, such as fingerprinting and background check, credentialing, and medical examination within 3 days of the offer. Clear and Timely Communication: Applicants will receive clear communication at key milestones, including referral, tentative offer, and onboarding instructions.
After meeting pre-employment requirements, candidates will receive a final job offer and start date. Onboarding tasks may continue after starting, with HR ensuring timely completion for a smooth transition into VA service. If selected, applicants should be prepared to come onboard within 30 days of the announcement closing.
Serves as the Assistant Chief Financial Officer for the Financial Management Service supporting and acting for the CFO in all fiscal operations located at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Provides oversight of budgeting, accounting, audit, payroll, travel, VERA, and financial reporting functions. Advises leadership, ensures compliance, and manages multiple supervisory responsibilities across Fiscal Service programs.
Duties of the position include but are not limited to: Supports the CFO in managing all Financial Management Service operations and serves in an acting capacity during the CFO's absence. Oversees station budgeting, fund control, cost analysis, financial reporting, and execution of the annual budget plan. Provides ongoing analysis of financial data, recommends adjustments to operating plans, and ensures financial practices meet statutory and regulatory requirements.
Supervises key Fiscal Service programs including Budget, Accounting, Audit, Payroll, Agent Cashier, Travel, and VERA. Ensures the integrity of financial systems, maintains comprehensive accounting controls, and reviews submissions to VISN and VHA Central Office. Manages internal audit processes, verifies compliance with policies, and ensures timely payroll and travel operations.
Develops and interprets financial reports to support management decision-making, consolidating fiscal and non-fiscal data to evaluate program performance. Maintains knowledge of VERA methodology and directs the VERA Coordinator. Provides oversight of fiscal quality assurance and supports the financial needs of the medical center and Community Based Outpatient Clinics.
Exercises full supervisory authority including hiring, performance management, training, awards, disciplinary actions, workload assignment, and ensuring equal opportunity. Responsible for employee safety, adherence to OSHA standards, and supporting a cohesive, high-performing team. Coordinates work across multiple service areas and advises senior leadership on financial issues, long-range planning, and operational impacts.
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 07:00 am - 3:30 pm MST (Arizona) Virtual: This position is virtual, meaning the employee will work at a VA facility or VA-leased space other than the hiring facility. Telework is not authorized. The selected candidate must live within 50 miles of a VA Medical Center, VA facility, or VA-leased space. VA supports virtual staffing to attract and retain talent, increase productivity, and maintain continuity during emergencies.
Potential duty station may be discussed during the interview process. Position Description/PD#: Assistant Chief Financial Officer/PD13292A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized for highly qualified candidates upon review and approval by management, available funding, and in accordance with agency policy. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $106437 – $144741/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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