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Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s): CFO Chief Financial Officer, Deputy CFO, Senior ACFO Financial Management, ACFO Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting Analysis REVIEW THE ...

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Lanham, MD · On-site

$106K/yr

Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s): CFO Chief Financial Officer, Deputy CFO, Senior ACFO Financial Management, ACFO Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting Analysis REVIEW THE ...

Facilitates completion of budgets, cost report workpapers, and ad hoc reports under the direction of the ACFO/CFO. * Prepares and coordinates internal and external audits. * Accurately reconciles ...

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How much do acfo jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for acfo in the United States is $15.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Acfo vs CPA?

AspectAcfoCPA
CredentialsTypically requires an advanced degree in finance or accounting, with some certifications like CMA or CFARequires passing the CPA exam, state licensure, and often a degree in accounting
Work EnvironmentOften in corporate finance, strategic planning, or executive roles within companiesPrimarily in public accounting firms, auditing, tax preparation, or consulting
Industry UsageCommon in corporate finance, banking, and large organizationsWidely used in accounting firms, government agencies, and small to medium businesses

While both Acfo and CPA professionals work in finance and accounting, Acfo typically refers to a Chief Financial Officer or senior financial executive, often with broader strategic responsibilities. CPA is a certification for accountants focusing on auditing, tax, and accounting services. The choice depends on career focus: strategic leadership versus technical accounting expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO), and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Chief Financial Officer, you need expertise in financial management, accounting principles, and strategic planning, typically supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance or accounting and relevant certifications such as CPA or CMA. Familiarity with financial reporting systems, ERP software like SAP or Oracle, and advanced Excel skills are commonly required. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and communication skills help manage teams and convey complex financial information to stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate financial oversight, effective decision-making, and compliance with regulations, which are critical for organizational success.

What are some typical challenges an Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) faces when supporting organizational financial strategy?

An Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) often navigates challenges such as balancing short-term financial pressures with long-term strategic goals, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing cross-departmental communication. ACFOs are regularly tasked with implementing new financial systems or processes, which can require change management and stakeholder buy-in. They also play a pivotal role in mentoring finance team members and collaborating with operational leaders to align budgets with organizational priorities.

What are ACFOs?

ACFO stands for Assistant Chief Financial Officer. An ACFO is a senior financial executive responsible for supporting the chief financial officer (CFO) in managing an organization’s financial operations, including budgeting, financial planning, reporting, and compliance. They play a key role in strategic decision-making and often oversee various finance teams. ACFOs are found in both public and private sector organizations, and their responsibilities may vary depending on the size and complexity of the organization. They often step in for the CFO when necessary and ensure financial best practices are followed across the company.
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What states have the most Acfo jobs? States with the most job openings for Acfo jobs include:
Infographic showing various Acfo job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% Physical, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,919 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

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WHAT IS CFO Chief Financial Officer?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions
Position(s) are to be filled in following area(s):
CFO Chief Financial Officer, Deputy CFO, Senior ACFO Financial Management, ACFO Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting Analysis
REVIEW THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW FOR FURTHER DETAILSQualifications:

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To qualify for this position, you must meet the qualification requirements outlined below:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS ALL GRADES (IOR): To qualify for this position at any grade level you must meet the following basic requirements:
EDUCATION: A degree in accounting or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.")
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COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
: A combination of education and experience that includes at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:

  1. Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law;
  2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
  3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

AND
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-13: In addition to meeting basic requirements, to be eligible for this position at this grade level, you must have one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position includes:
Demonstrated expert skills preparing, analyzing, interpreting and presenting accounting data; operating, maintaining, and modifying accounting systems; using accounting information to recommend solutions to management problems and structuring of organization programs; designing, implementing, and assessing internal control processes and systems; preparing financial analysis and evaluation work requiring experience working with federal government accounting practices (Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) and/or U.S. Standard Ledger) or equivalent public sector practices (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)) and experience working with the financial and management programs, operations, and practices of federal agencies, corporate, and/or other organizations.

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You must also meet the following requirement(s):

  • TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT (TACA): Current civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since their latest non-temporary appointment from a competitive referral certificate, known as time after competitive appointment. For this requirement, a competitive appointment is one where you applied to and were appointed from an announcement open to "All US Citizens".
  • TIME IN GRADE (TIG): For positions above the GS-05,applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the grade you are applying for. For positions at the GS-5, you cannot advance to the GS-05 if you have held a GS-02 in the past 52 weeks. There is no TIG restriction for GS-02, 03, or 04 positions.

For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.

Education:A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click here (Section 3, Explanation of Terms) or here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
We recommend choosing an evaluator from a member organization of one of the following national associations of credential evaluation services: National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credentials Evaluators (AICE).Employment Type: OTHER