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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for top secret accountant in the United States is $68,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Top Secret Accountant is a financial professional who manages and analyzes financial records for organizations that require a high level of security clearance, such as government agencies, defense contractors, or intelligence organizations. Their work often involves handling classified or sensitive information, ensuring compliance with strict security protocols, and maintaining confidentiality at all times. These accountants must not only possess strong accounting skills but also undergo rigorous background checks to obtain a Top Secret security clearance. Their responsibilities may include auditing, budgeting, and financial reporting within secure environments. Due to the sensitive nature of their work, they play a crucial role in national security and the protection of classified financial data.

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To thrive as an Accountant, you need a solid grasp of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations, usually supported by a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and often a CPA certification. Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle, as well as strong Excel skills, is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills are soft skills that help an accountant excel. These abilities ensure accurate financial management, regulatory compliance, and effective decision-making within an organization.

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As a Top Secret Accountant, you'll handle sensitive financial data within a secure environment, often supporting government or defense projects. This role requires strict adherence to security protocols, including regular background checks and limited access to information. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is common, but communication is carefully controlled to protect classified information. The work environment is highly structured, and you'll need to balance accuracy in financial reporting with compliance to both accounting standards and security regulations.

What is the difference between Top Secret Accountant vs Confidential Accountant?

AspectTop Secret AccountantConfidential Accountant
CredentialsCPA or equivalent, security clearanceCPA or equivalent, no security clearance
Work EnvironmentSecure government or defense facilitiesCorporate finance departments
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, defense contractorsPrivate companies, financial firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding security levels and clearanceGeneral accounting roles in private sector

The main difference between a Top Secret Accountant and a Confidential Accountant lies in security clearance requirements and work environment. Top Secret Accountants handle sensitive government or defense-related financial data requiring security clearance, whereas Confidential Accountants work primarily in private sector finance without such clearances. Both roles require similar accounting credentials but differ significantly in security and industry context.

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Infographic showing various Top Secret Accountant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,326 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Journeyman Financial Manager (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Tampa, FL • On-site

St. Michael's Inc
Business Management Consulting • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about St. Michael's Incexternal

$84K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
Do you currently have a Top-Secret clearance? Do you have experience and knowledge of DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR), Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) DoD financial management/budget execution and accounting processes? If so, we invite you to read on.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
St. Michael's is hiring a Journeyman Financial Manager to support a Department of War (DoW) client. As the Senior Financial Manger, you will use automated financial management systems and computer-generated products to accomplish financial management objectives. You will be in a client-facing role that will benefit from your prior experience, and expertise producing required financial reports, plans and schedules. Our core value of Teamwork will be paramount to this role as you will participate in review, validation, and funding recommendation meetings for execution year Unfunded Requirements (UFRs).
LOCATION
Tampa, FL (MacDill AFB, onsite)
WHO YOU ARE
  • Active Top Secret Clearance
  • Bachelor's degree with a major study in Accounting, Finance or Business Management; or Bachelor's degree in Mathematics with a concentration in Data Analytics.
  • Knowledge of fiscal law regarding availability of appropriations as to purpose, time, and amount; applicable Comptroller General decisions, Anti-Deficiency Act (as applied to appropriations limitation); allotment or project executions; authorization and appropriations.
  • 5-10 years of recent experience and knowledge of DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR), Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) DoD financial management/budget execution and accounting processes (stages of accounting), policies, procedures, and regulations (i.e., DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR) and Joint Travel Regulation (JTR)) to include Operations and Maintenance (O&M), single-year appropriations. Knowledge of government contracts and the acquisition/ procurement processes. SOF background/experience desired.
  • 5-10 years of recent experience and knowledge of Defense Travel System and Government Purchase Card Program. Knowledge of Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR), and other audit readiness, governance, and policies.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience using and access to financial systems/programs, such as the Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System (DEAMS), Defense Travel System (DTS), Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), DoD Advancing Analytics Dormant Account Review Quarterly (ADVANA-DARQ), POWER-BI and Defense Component Billing System (DCBS) applications.
  • 5-10 years of experience working with MS Office Products, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint; and Adobe Acrobat software.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Use automated financial management systems and computer-generated products to accomplish financial management objectives.
  • Confirm accuracy of automated system database information and inform resource advisors and/or accounting personnel of significant problems, trends, or variances.
  • Use various computer software and web-based programs to produce required financial reports, plans, schedules, etc.
  • Manage annual spend plans to allocate appropriated funds to individual activities/functional areas based on an analysis of activity budget estimates, historical expenditures, quarterly projections, and approved funding.
  • Perform monthly analysis of actual expenditures compared to planned utilization of annual budget and/or allotment authority, evaluate fund availability to achieve balance of approved objectives, and determine where reprogramming actions may be necessary.
  • Participate in review, validation, and funding recommendation meetings for execution year Unfunded Requirements (UFRs).
  • Coordinate adjustments and payments applicable to cancelled and expired appropriations.
  • Coordinate current and prior year de-obligations, identify discrepancies, and ensure corrections are made in the financial systems.
  • Coordinate spend plans; process, track, organize, and reconcile fiscal requests; assist counterparts in SOCCENT to identify and correctly articulate requirements and program issues, provide financial analysis and recommendations on processes that affect and impact budget-related matters.
  • Monitor, perform analysis, and reconcile current and prior year commitments, execution, and obligation/de-obligation of contract expenditures, travel, unobligated funding during EOY close-out.
  • Produce Form 9's/MIPRs/MORDs/etc. Review incoming MIPRs in order to prepare the acceptance MIPR for government signature and acceptance. Track and reconcile all invoices and funding using a variety of funding systems, to include, but not limited to, DEAMS, G-Invoicing, and other DoD Financial Management tool systems like WAWF.

This position is in support of an upcoming opportunity, contingent upon award.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
At St. Michael's, we believe in rewarding hard work and supporting the people who keep our country safe. As an employee-owned company, you can share in our success through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k)-retirement plan; paid time off; and professional development support. Join a company with a conscience - one that invests in your well-being and professional growth. See all our benefits here: St. Michael's Benefits.
This position will remain open until filled.
St. Michael's is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
Reasonable Accommodation - If you need a reasonable accommodation when you apply for a position on our website, please contact us at 703-463-9463 or HumanResources@stmichaelsinc.com
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