Accounts Payable Specialist: Federal Compliance & Audits

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST); Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to assess the accuracy and appropriateness of vendor invoices within the Accounts Payable group of the Financial Operations Division. This role emphasizes secure handling of CUI and supports annual reviews and audits.

The position requires knowledge of FAR, the Prompt Payment Act, and Federal Travel Regulations, with responsibilities spanning report distribution, payment processing, reconciliations,

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-7 level (ZA-I at NIST) in the federal service.
• Experience coordinating operations related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel, or reimbursable financial transactions.
• Strictly adhering to compliance policies to prevent improper payments.
• Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 2 full years of graduate education OR LL.B./J.D. if related OR Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and distributing assigned reports.
• Reviewing purchase orders and contracts to process payments while resolving issues.
• Performing final reconciliations consistently and accurately per procedures.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver organizational projects.
• Applying analytical techniques to review accounting data in line with accounting principles.

Skills

FAR knowledge

Prompt Payment Act knowledge

Federal Travel Regulations knowledge

Accounts payable experience

Compliance awareness

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

2 years of graduate education

LL.B. or J.D. if related

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to assess the accuracy and appropriateness of vendor invoices within the Accounts Payable group of the Financial Operations Division. This role emphasizes secure handling of CUI and supports annual reviews and audits.

The position requires knowledge of FAR, the Prompt Payment Act, and Federal Travel Regulations, with responsibilities spanning report distribution, payment processing, reconciliations,