Accounting Clerk III

Responsibilities

• Input and coding of project transactions.
• Performs a variety of clerical accounting tasks in support of the account function.
• Complies and sorts invoices and checks.
• Handles accounts payable duties.
• Records of business transactions.
• Keys daily worksheets into the general ledger system.
• Performs work under minimal supervisor.
• Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Reconciliation of project ledger and accounts.
• Reconciliation of Pcard account.
• Overdue accounts research.
• Review and approve accounts payable and receivable invoices.
• Variety of processes to close out accounting periods.
• Supports other department staff and needed or directed tasks.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 3+ years of data entry and/or accounting experience.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively with others, including government officials, managers, supervisors, and customers in a professional manner.
• Possess initiative, with ability to complete both routine/repetitive and unique/one-time tasks without supervision.
• Problem-solving skills to adapt guidance and procedures to new situations, seeking assistance only when required.
• Advanced computer skills with demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and other related databases and systems.
• Ability to pass pre-hire background and drug screen.
• Obtain and maintain a favorable National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) as required by contract.
• Experience working on Government systems or contracts is a plus.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Work is primarily conducted in office environments.
• Prolonged sitting at desk with computer use.
• Repetitive hand movements for typing and data entry.
• Close visual work review spreadsheets and documents.
• Light lifting of office supplies or files.