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Central Intelligence Agency

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Last seen by MeritLog September 9, 2026Source: USAJOBSSource version: usajobs-search-v1

MeritLog read this listing from Central Intelligence Agency's USAJOBS job board and last checked it on September 9, 2026.

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Job details

Work model
Not provided by source
Salary
$76,726 - $133,964 a year
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Occupation
Accountants and Auditors(O*NET 13-2011.00)

Hiring context

How this role compares at Central Intelligence Agency

Central Intelligence Agency has 30 live roles in MeritLog’s catalog across 10 job families, and 2 of them are in finance. 30 of those listings publish a pay range, a disclosure rate of 100%.

This role's posted range of $76,726 - $133,964 a year sits above 41% of the 29 other Central Intelligence Agency roles quoted over the same currency and period.

Counted across the job boards MeritLog tracks, at the time this page was served. Pay comparisons use only listings that publish a complete range in the same currency and period.

Job description

Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Knowledge or experience in the following functional disciplines: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Financial and Federal Accounting Standards Cost Accounting Standards Managerial Accounting Financial analysis Documented good credit history Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation Desired Qualifications Advanced degrees or professional certifications such as: Certified Public Accountant Certified Internal Auditor Certified Government Financial Manager Demonstrated excellent: Excellent Interpersonal skills Verbal and written communication skills Costumer service Analytic and problem-solving abilities Team and independent work ethic Accountants use their skills in challenging and rewarding areas such as: financial statement compilation and analysis; general ledger review and analysis; and payroll and tax accounting. As an Accountant for CIA, you will play an integral part in achieving and sustaining auditable financial statements and ensuring financial transactions across a wide range of activities are accurately calculated, recorded, and tracked. You will have the opportunity to work directly with customers, becoming the link between complex transactions and financially accurate documentation. You will be an important partner in all financial occupations, as well as across the Agency and Intelligence Community, as you gain governmental accounting expertise and provide financial analysis of programs and business enterprises. You will have the opportunity to compete for global positions after successfully completing your initial developmental program. Hit highlighting for keyword searches. Dynamic Teaser

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