The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. The National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) is a major bureau of the Smithsonian Institution that is responsible for the acquisition, curation, and preservation of collections of objects and specimens of natural history, which tells the history of the planet and a record of human interaction with the environment and one another.
The Financial Management Specialist will provide a variety of financial and procurement management services in support of unit functions, with assisted supervision. This work encompasses financial management, budget administration, procurement, property, and other assigned management functions. In this position, you will: Establish and maintain accountability records for funds control.
Review expenditures throughout the fiscal year detecting common variations and trends; run reports comparing initial estimates to budget actuals. Collaborate with senior staff and Contract Officer's Representatives (CORs) to gather procurement package documents; contacts vendors for bids; verify fund availability.
Review basic contracts, purchase orders, and Statements of Work (SOWs) to ensure scope, deliverables, and payment terms are accurate; process invoices confirming goods or services were received; determine proper amounts due and submit for payment; respond to vendor payment inquiries. Assist staff in understanding government travel regulations and the SI travel system; review and certify travel authorizations, travel vouchers, and local vouchers.
Assist the Accountable Property Officer (APO) with preparing documents for equipment accession and transfer; and participate in annual and periodic physical inventories.
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The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description. Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/
This position is with Smithsonian Institution , Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $70623 – $91815/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-09-29.
There are 4 openings for this position.
This is a Full-Time, Permanent position.
This position is open under the 'Disability' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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