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Open: April 9, 2026 — Closes: April 23, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the Southeastern Power Administration. As an Accounting Officer, you will be responsible for the planning and direction of the Southeastern Financial Team and participate in the overarching work performed by the Division. *This is not a remote position. The selectee will be required to report to the Elberton, GA duty location.*

Major Duties

As an Accounting Officer at the full performance level, you will: Be responsible for the full range of accounting activities of the Administration's electric utility and governmental accounting; namely, repayment accounting, fiscal accounting, cost and property accounting, allotment accounting, budget controls, collection and disposition of funds from the sale of electric power from the projects in the Southeastern marketing area. Plan, prepare and execute various budget schedules for each fiscal year's budget. Assess indicators of operational area performance weaknesses to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse. Interpret and provide guidance on accounting principles and standards promulgated by various standards boards. Analyze a wide variety of accounting and financial management records and reports; and recommend solutions to difficult and complex accounting problems. Deliver expert technical guidance on work processes and program functions. Support the supervisor in performance plans, and evaluations. Ensure team goals, work plans, and deliverables are aligned with the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, and core values. Collaborate with cross functional departments across Southeastern to align efforts, optimize operations, and drive organizational success. Responsible for the full range of accounting activities of the Administration's electric utility and governmental accounting; namely, repayment accounting, fiscal accounting, cost and property accounting, allotment accounting, budget controls, collection and disposition of funds from the sale of electric power from the projects in the Southeastern marketing area.

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