Accounting Clerk III (52058)

GAP SOLUTIONS INC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GAP Solutions Inc. seeks an Accounting Clerk III to support CBP Administration Systems, Accounts Payable and Payroll branches in Indianapolis. Responsibilities include processing invoices, audits, data entry, and ensuring proper procedures are followed.

The role requires an Associates degree and relevant accounting experience, with strong Excel and Word skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED plus 2 years post‑high school in finance or accounting and 1 year relevant experience.
• Or completion of a 4‑year program plus 1 year relevant experience.
• Four‑year degree strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain a favorable rating upon Client background and credit checks.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and at least one email software application.
• Familiarity with accounting practices and data.
• One year of direct relevant work experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and to perform problem‑solving and analytical tasks.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service support via phone and email.
• Diagnose and resolve inquiries or escalate as appropriate.
• Track, route, or redirect issues to correct resources; log inquiries in Remedy.
• Maintain knowledge base to best assist customers.
• Process manual and automated authorizations and vouchers related to various activities.

Skills

Accounting practices knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Follow directions

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associates Degree

Four-year degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Email software

Job description

Job Details
Level: Experienced
Job Location: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - Indianapolis, IN 46216
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Associates Degree
Travel Percentage: None
Job Category: Accounting

Position Objective

The Accounting Clerk III (AC III) supports the CBP Administration Systems, Accounts Payable (Travel Section), and Payroll Branches to provide customer service support and process financial documents. General duties may include, but are not limited to: maintaining systems and records, account reconciliation, auditing, review and verification of invoices, analysis and resolution of account issues, and data entry. This position is responsible for the selection and application of CBP established procedures and techniques.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administration Systems Branch (SAP Help Desk Section)

• Provide superior customer service support via phone and email utilizing various resources.
• Diagnose and resolve or escalate inquiries as appropriate.
• Track, route, or redirect issues to correct resources.
• Log all inquiries using Remedy software system.
• Maintain proper knowledge base to best assist customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Accounts Payable Branch (Travel or Commercial Accounts Section)

• Provide research and response to telephone and/or email inquiries related to issues; resolve or elevate inquiries as appropriate.
• Process manual and automated authorizations and vouchers associated with a variety of activities.
• Administer department specific program(s).
• Perform mail desk functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Payroll Branch

• Provide research and response to telephone and email inquiries related to payroll issues; resolve or elevate inquiries as appropriate.
• Perform audits and reconciliations regarding employee leave and earnings balances.
• Process requests for withholdings and exemptions.
• Analyze pay records process related documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) AND a minimum of two (2) years of post‑high school education from an accredited college or university in a finance or accounting field of study; PLUS one (1) year of relevant experience in the field of finance or accounting.
• OR
• Completion of a four (4) year program at an accredited college or university in any field of study PLUS one (1) year of relevant experience in the field of finance or accounting.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) year degree from an accredited college or university is strongly preferred.
• Ability to obtain a favorable rating upon completion of Client high‑risk background investigation including credit.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and at least one (1) email software application.
• Familiarity with accounting practices and data.
• One year of direct relevant work experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to perform problem‑solving techniques and demonstrate analytical skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work well with others.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.