CLG 006 Certifying Officer Practice Exam

Through which agency is a Certifying Officer's request for relief statement routed?

1. Defense Budget Office

2. Defense Finance and Accounting Services

3. Department of Treasury

4. Government Accountability Office

The correct answer is: Defense Finance and Accounting Services

The correct answer is related to the processes involved in handling requests for relief from a Certifying Officer. The Defense Finance and Accounting Services, often referred to as DFAS, is the agency responsible for providing financial services for the Department of Defense. This includes managing payments and disbursements, as well as overseeing processes related to financial accountability and regulatory compliance. When a Certifying Officer seeks relief from liability for incorrect payments or related issues, the request is routed through DFAS because it is the central authority handling such financial matters. They are equipped to evaluate the circumstances and provide the necessary oversight and guidance regarding any relief requests that may be warranted under the applicable regulations. The other agencies listed do not handle the routing of these specific requests in the context of Certifying Officer duties. The Defense Budget Office primarily focuses on budget formulation and execution, the Department of Treasury oversees the nation's financial system and federal finances, and the Government Accountability Office provides oversight and audits but does not process relief requests from Certifying Officers. Thus, DFAS is the appropriate agency for this function.