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Budget and Accounting Officer

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Oakdale, LA · Mid

$74,678 – $116,362

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 30, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role supports the financial management of a corrections facility, handling budget oversight, accounting operations, and payment processing while maintaining institutional security as a core responsibility. It suits candidates with strong accounting and budgeting expertise who can work within federal financial systems and government procurement frameworks.

Our summary, not Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

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What they ask for

Required

  • One year of specialized accounting or financial management experience at the next lower grade level, or equivalent education
  • Knowledge of financial management methods and accountability techniques
  • Professional knowledge of accounting and budgeting procedures
  • Experience with federal financial systems and fund obligation
  • Experience processing payments and reconciling accounts

Nice to have

  • Experience formulating budget requests and determining fund allocations
  • Experience serving as Certifying Officer
  • Familiarity with online FMIS system for allocations and reprogram requests

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