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Kalina Stilianova
Human Resources Assistant
U.S. Embassy Sofia
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https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=uhzeu1drpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=76972&orgId=122Voucher Examiner
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About
Announcement Number:SOFIA-2026-22Hiring Agency:Embassy SofiaPosition Title:Voucher Examiner (Financial Controller)- Open To: All Interested Applicants / All SourcesOpen Period:08/19/2026 – 09/08/2026Format MM/DD/YYYYVacancy Time Zone:GMT+2Series/Grade:LE – 0420 8Salary:EUR €19,165 – EUR €21,000 /Per YearWork Schedule:Full-time – Salary: Starting from EUR 19,165/per year (gross), 40 hours (per week)Promotion Potential:LE-8Duty Location(s):1 Vacancy in
Sofia, BUTelework Eligible:NoFor More Info: HR Section
000-000-0000
Sofia_Applications@state.gov
Overview
Hiring Path:• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:All Interested Applicants / All Sources. For USEFM – FP is 6. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.Security Clearance Required:Public Trust – Background InvestigationAppointment TypePermanentMarketing Statement:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Sofia, Bulgaria is looking for a qualified candidate for the Voucher Examiner position in the Post Support Services Office.
The work schedule for this position is:
Full Time (40 hours per week)Supervisory Position:NoRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:NoTravel Required:Not Required
Duties
The position is located in the U.S. Embassy Sofia/Post Support Services and is providing financial support and processing of payments for all U.S. Missions worldwide. The incumbent examines and audits for accuracy, legality, compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations vendor and travel vouchers, invoices, claims, and other requests for payments. Provides detailed written explanations of the regulation(s) and/or policies to submitters for rejected payments and informs them of necessary corrective actions to be taken.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years (full-time equivalent) experience in finance, accounting, bookkeeping or related financial field.
LANGUAGE (this may be tested):
- English: Fluent (reading/writing/speaking)
- Bulgarian: Fluent (reading/writing/speaking)
All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and will be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (one month of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications) or their candidacy may end.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, banking, finance, or business administration.
Evaluations:
You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.Qualifications:
Job Knowledge: Detailed knowledge of Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint etc.) is required.
Skills And Abilities:
- Strong computer skills including MS Office applications (Excel, Power Point, and Word), internet and website navigation skills, and automated financial and/accounting applications;
- Ability to analyze data, accounting and payment records and reports and obtain necessary information to correct problems;
- Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team including with colleagues in different physical locations and under continuous pressure;
- Strong writing and oral communication skills;
- Must be able to recommend changes in processes and procedures in order to realize improvements in operational efficiency and customer service.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:Agency Benefits:
Compensation
- Year-end bonus
- Transportation and meal allowances
- Performance management program and annual performance-based salary increase
- Awards program
- Salary advance program (after the first year of employment)
- Medical reimbursement plan for employees and family members
Work/Life Balance
- Observing Bulgarian and U.S. official holidays (totaling 20 days off)
- Paid in-house services: dry cleaning, hairdresser, esthetician, jeweler, car wash, tailor
- On-site or virtual English language courses
- On-site ATM
- On-premises parking lot
Work Environment
- Positive work environment where respect, integrity and tactfulness are valued and encouraged
- Friendly and supportive community
- Secure workspace with full access to people with disabilities
- Cafeteria, kitchenettes, café shop
- On-site gym, tennis court, table tennis and other sport facilities and activities
- Various community events and activities, holiday community celebrations
- Charity and volunteer activities
Professional Growth Opportunities
- Onboarding and on-the-job training
- Professional development opportunities including online and classroom trainings in Bulgaria or abroad
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:
A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER
- Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
- AEFM / USEFM
- Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS
The following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:
- Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.
- Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.
The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:
- Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.
- Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.
How to Apply
How to Apply:
Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application. For an instructional video on how to apply click here.
Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job-related skills or requirements in your application.
You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
Required Documents:
Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
All Applicants:
- Residency Permit (if applicable)
- Work Permit (if applicable)
- University Degree (if applicable)
- University Transcripts
In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:
- Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Passport copy
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
Next Steps:
The HR Office will contact successful applicants. For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms?_ref=a2phdmhbpt0
Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.
