Accounting Clerk III

Five Rivers Analytics, an Akima company, provides essential administrative and technical support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) Travel Office. This role assists Government travelers, who generate up to 5,000 travel authorizations and vouchers annually.

About the role

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review DTS travel authorizations and vouchers for completeness, accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), DoD 7000.14-R, and Navy/NSWC PCD travel policies.
• Process virtual conference travel in DTS using the same standards as in-person travel.
• Correct inaccurate or noncompliant DTS documents without altering the scope of travel or conference attendance.
• Provide “how-to” guidance on DTS and Government travel requirements via phone, email, or in person during business hours (0700–1630, Monday–Friday).
• Assist travelers in completing authorizations and vouchers using Government-provided systems.
• Provide copies of Travel Advisories and answer questions regarding TDY travel, leave in conjunction with travel, and rental car usage.
• Supply travelers, approving officials, or Employee Services personnel with requested authorization or voucher information.
• Research travel cost estimates using Government-designated tools such as SATO and DTMO TraX.
• Generate travel authorizations and vouchers in DTS and prepare paper orders/vouchers when required.
• Create Purchase Requests for non-DTS travel orders in NERP.
• Obtain and maintain NERP access.
• Maintain access to additional Navy/NAVSEA systems such as SharePoint and PCD Web.
• Archive official travel records in accordance with SECNAV M-5210.1 CH-1 and the Navy’s records management system (currently HPE-RM).
• Answer traveler questions regarding receipt requirements and proper upload procedures in DTS.
• Generate and analyze DTS reports, notifying travelers of required corrections or actions (e.g., unsubmitted vouchers, rejects, unused tickets).
• Review Government Official Passport application documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Update logs tracking actual costs for cross-organizational travelers and conference reimbursements.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a thorough background check (Public Trust).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to interpret and apply travel and accounting policies, methods, and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction across NSWC PCD.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Capability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Experience supporting Government travel operations or working in a DoD travel office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Defense Travel System (DTS).
• Familiarity with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
• Experience with Navy/NAVSEA financial and administrative systems.

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be hired but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed.

Company Description

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) supporting shareholder communities in Alaska. For our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, FRA provides support and employment opportunities. For our government customers, FRA delivers streamlined operations in a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment. Employees benefit from a challenging and supportive work environment, comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, growth opportunities, and excellent retirement options.