Job Description
Summary
As a Travel and Expense Manager, you will provide strategic advice, recommendations, solutions, and resolve highly complex issues for expense management activities or financial system integration within the go.gov program.
The Office of Travel, Transporation and Logistics (TTL) provides governmentwide solutions for travel, transportation, fleet management and emergency management.
We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Learn more about this agency
Duties
Develops and implements product vision and strategy for travel and expense management or financial system integration.Develops deep business knowledge, works directly with the Business Owner(s) to understand and solve business challenges, delivering desired outcomes by creating/enhancing software products.
Provides technical interpretation of contract requirements to enable GO.gov stakeholders to effectively plan and execute IT projects that encompass a broad range of technical requirements of financial system integration and travel and expense management. Conducts studies or systems analysis projects designed to modernize current systems and improve operational processes.
Uses Lean/Agile/Design thinking methodologies to lead the organization to focus on delivering the right travel and expense management or financial system integration solutions to customers with the highest quality in the shortest sustainable lead time.
Documents specific business needs, works with development teams through product owners, scrum masters, development leads and others to implement the product. Determines if the product meets needs and accepts the developed product and contract requirements on behalf of Travel and Transportation (T&T).
Develops, modifies, or provides input to project plans and product roadmaps across the GO.gov program. Manages change as a part of the design process to ensure the business and its culture is prepared to accept new releases and process changes.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
• Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
• Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
• Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
• Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
• Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
• the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
• number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
The GS-14salary range starts at $125,776per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. You may review the 2026 GS pay scale here.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is leading the development and delivery of enterprise-level Travel and Expense (T&E) or financial system integration solutions by applying deep business and technical expertise to solve organizational challenges and achieve mission outcomes. This experience must include the following:
• Partnering with business owners and stakeholders to define requirements, interpret contract provisions, and guide the planning and execution of travel solutions involving financial systems integration and process modernization.
• Conducting systems analysis, documenting business needs, and collaborating with cross-functional agile teams to design, develop, and implement scalable software solutions.
• Evaluating product performance and accepting deliverables to ensure alignment with business objectives, contract requirements, and quality standards, while consistently delivering high-quality, customer-focused solutions with the shortest sustainable lead time.
Additional information
Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.
If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:
• Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
• Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee
• Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government
Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.
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.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You will have access to many benefits including:
• Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
• Life insurance coverage with several options
• Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
• Flexible work schedules
• Transit and child care subsidies
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term care insurance
• Training and development
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a Travel and Expense Manager, you will provide strategic advice, recommendations, solutions, and resolve highly complex issues for expense management activities or financial system integration within the go.gov program.
The Office of Travel, Transporation and Logistics (TTL) provides governmentwide solutions for travel, transportation, fleet management and emergency management.
We are currently filling two vacancies, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Learn more about this agency
Duties
Develops and implements product vision and strategy for travel and expense management or financial system integration.Develops deep business knowledge, works directly with the Business Owner(s) to understand and solve business challenges, delivering desired outcomes by creating/enhancing software products.
Provides technical interpretation of contract requirements to enable GO.gov stakeholders to effectively plan and execute IT projects that encompass a broad range of technical requirements of financial system integration and travel and expense management. Conducts studies or systems analysis projects designed to modernize current systems and improve operational processes.
Uses Lean/Agile/Design thinking methodologies to lead the organization to focus on delivering the right travel and expense management or financial system integration solutions to customers with the highest quality in the shortest sustainable lead time.
Documents specific business needs, works with development teams through product owners, scrum masters, development leads and others to implement the product. Determines if the product meets needs and accepts the developed product and contract requirements on behalf of Travel and Transportation (T&T).
Develops, modifies, or provides input to project plans and product roadmaps across the GO.gov program. Manages change as a part of the design process to ensure the business and its culture is prepared to accept new releases and process changes.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
• US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
• Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
• Meet time-in-grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
• Register with Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
• Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
• Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
• Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
• Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
• Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
• the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
• number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
The GS-14salary range starts at $125,776per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. You may review the 2026 GS pay scale here.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or higher in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is leading the development and delivery of enterprise-level Travel and Expense (T&E) or financial system integration solutions by applying deep business and technical expertise to solve organizational challenges and achieve mission outcomes. This experience must include the following:
• Partnering with business owners and stakeholders to define requirements, interpret contract provisions, and guide the planning and execution of travel solutions involving financial systems integration and process modernization.
• Conducting systems analysis, documenting business needs, and collaborating with cross-functional agile teams to design, develop, and implement scalable software solutions.
• Evaluating product performance and accepting deliverables to ensure alignment with business objectives, contract requirements, and quality standards, while consistently delivering high-quality, customer-focused solutions with the shortest sustainable lead time.
Additional information
Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches.
If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
On a case-by-case basis, the following incentives may be approved:
• Recruitment incentive if you are new to the federal government
• Relocation incentive if you are a current federal employee
• Credit toward vacation leave if you are new to the federal government
Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all.
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.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
You will have access to many benefits including:
• Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
• Life insurance coverage with several options
• Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
• Flexible work schedules
• Transit and child care subsidies
• Flexible spending accounts
• Long-term care insurance
• Training and development
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Travel and Expense Manager - Federal Acquisition Service position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Houston offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
