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How much do financial systems specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial systems specialist in the United States is $74,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a financial systems specialist?

To thrive as a Financial Systems Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, expertise in accounting or finance, and typically a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems (such as SAP or Oracle), financial reporting tools, and data management is crucial, and certifications like CPA or CFA can be beneficial. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management abilities help you collaborate with stakeholders and resolve system issues efficiently. These skills ensure accurate financial data management and support strategic decision-making within an organization.

How does a financial systems specialist typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

Financial Systems Specialists work closely with teams across finance, IT, and sometimes operations to ensure that financial software and reporting tools are meeting business needs. They often act as a bridge between technical staff and end-users, gathering requirements, troubleshooting issues, and facilitating system upgrades or implementations. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as they may conduct training sessions, develop user documentation, and support integration projects. This cross-departmental collaboration is key to optimizing system performance and ensuring accurate financial data flows throughout the organization.

What is the difference between Financial Systems Specialist vs Financial Analyst?

AspectFinancial Systems SpecialistFinancial Analyst
Primary FocusManaging and optimizing financial software and systemsAnalyzing financial data and preparing reports
Required SkillsFinancial software proficiency, technical troubleshootingFinancial modeling, data analysis
CertificationsCPA, CFA, or system-specific certificationsCFA, CPA, or related financial certifications
Work EnvironmentFinance departments, IT teamsFinance, investment firms, corporate finance

While both roles involve finance, the Financial Systems Specialist focuses on managing financial software and systems, ensuring smooth operation and integration. The Financial Analyst primarily analyzes financial data to support decision-making. Both roles often collaborate but serve different core functions within financial operations.

What does a financial systems specialist do?

A financial systems specialist manages and maintains financial software and systems used for accounting, reporting, and financial analysis. They ensure data accuracy, troubleshoot system issues, and may implement upgrades or new tools, often requiring knowledge of financial processes and technical skills such as SQL or ERP systems.
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Infographic showing various Financial Systems Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,528 per year, or $35.8 per hour.

FINANCIAL SYSTEMS SPECIALIST

Whitehall, OH • On-site, Remote

Defense Finance and Accounting Service
10K+ employees

$93K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Defense Finance and Accounting Service rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

129th of 154 rated financial services


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  • Monitors the Mechanization of Contract Administration Services (MOCAS) system's daily operations to identify problems and opportunities for enhancement, ensuring peak performance and reliability.
  • Analyzes and recommends system changes, preparing all necessary documentation like System Change Requests (SCRs) for the configuration control board.
  • Prepares SCRs and develops documentation required for configuration control board/configuration management information system overview.
  • Oversees the complete testing lifecycle for system changes, from establishing test conditions and user teams to monitoring final implementation.
  • Researches, analyzes, and resolves daily system problems related to system interface, database management, and processing cycles while managing competing priorities.

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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S Citizen
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
  • Suitable for Federal employment
  • Time after Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have served 3 months after latest competitive appointment in the Federal service.
  • Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification

Qualifications
One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-11) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
Specialized experience is defined as: Demonstrated knowledge of automated systems design and processing principles, techniques, policies, and regulations related to finance and accounting operations; identifying, documenting, and recommending financial systems requirements; recommending solutions to issues related to the integration of financial systems.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You may qualify for consideration if meeting specialized experience, education requirement, 90 days after competitive appointment requirement, and all other qualification requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of the announcement, unless otherwise indicated on the announcement.
Education
Education is not substitutable for specialized experience at this grade level.
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  • Moving expenses will be paid.
  • The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
  • For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.
  • Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
  • We may use this announcement to make a temporary promotion. For some positions, the temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.
  • Selections are subject to restrictions resulting from the DoD Program for Stability of Civilian Employment.
  • As a condition of employment, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period, during which we'll evaluate whether your continued employment advances the public interest. The evaluation will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment advances agency or governmental goals; and whether your continued employment advances the efficiency of the Federal service. At the end of the probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 120 days of the closing date.
  • This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Travel requirement is seldom
  • This position is not covered by a bargaining unit.
  • Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
  • Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, here.
  • This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 2 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment. If you are selected, you will have to obtain this certification within two (2) years of your entry on duty in the position unless you are already in a position that requires a Level 2 Certification in which case you must complete the certification within the original 2-year period. Failure to become certified within the required timeframe may be grounds for removal from the position and/or from Federal service. Information about the DoD FM Certification Program is available at https://www.dfas.mil/Portals/98/Documents/Onboarding/DoDFMCertificationProgram.pdf?ver=2020-04-29-183544-327.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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