Accounts Payable Specialist II — Hybrid, Flexible Hours

Institute for Defense Analyses; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Health insurance options

Retirement contribution 10%

6 weeks 100% paid parental leave

20 days paid time off

Relocation reimbursement

PSLF eligibility

Flex time and partial telework

Job summary

Institute for Defense Analyses in Alexandria, VA, is seeking an accounts payable professional to perform routine day-to-day operations, review expense reports and invoices, and coordinate with vendors.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, experience with automated accounting and electronic travel systems, and strong written and oral communication. Eligibility for a security clearance is required; includes comprehensive benefits and path to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant field, or Associate's degree and at least 1 year of relevant experience, or High School diploma and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with automated accounting system and/or electronic travel system.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to interact effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks accurately and efficiently, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet regularly recurring deadlines and act with discretion.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews expense reports, purchase orders, vouchers, invoices, check requests and/or other related documentation for completeness and compliance with IDA financial policies, procedures and contractual requirements.
• Matches original invoices and requests for payment with internal purchase orders or check requests; performs calculations to determine appropriate payment schedules and amounts, and makes modifications as necessary.
• Codes, verifies and electronically enters accounts payable data into ledgers.
• Follows up on account statements and other discrepancies regarding payment of accounts, and serves as liaison between departments and vendors on the resolution of administrative problems and inquiries.
• Monitors blanket purchase orders and periodically notifies departments of balances.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting software experience

Electronic travel system experience

Communication skills

Multitasking and time management

Security clearance eligibility

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Associate's degree with 1+ year relevant experience

High School diploma with 2+ years relevant experience

Job description

Institute for Defense Analyses in Alexandria, VA, is seeking an accounts payable professional to perform routine day-to-day operations, review expense reports and invoices, and coordinate with vendors.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, experience with automated accounting and electronic travel systems, and strong written and oral communication. Eligibility for a security clearance is required; includes comprehensive benefits and path to a permanent role.