Senior Accounting Technician

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); United States; On-site; USD 87,360 - 126,186; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off and observed holidays

Job summary

A federal support service provider is seeking a Senior Accounting Technician to manage accounts payable, reimbursements, and financial data oversight. Candidates should possess at least a two-year degree in accounting or a related field, alongside strong analytical skills and experience with automated accounting systems. This position offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in accounting or four-year degree in a related field with 30 credit hours in accounting.
• Knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems used by banking and financial institutions.
• Ability to provide analysis and technical support for a variety of financial activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and reimbursement activity.
• Use electronic software to analyze complex data sets.
• Prepare financial reports for review by governmental agencies.

Job description

Overview

CGS is seeking a Senior Accounting Technician to join our team supporting the mission of a large federal agency. This position entails a wide range of duties including management of accounts payable, reimbursement activity, collections, and account oversight. We offer an environment that supports professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Base pay range

$87,360.00/yr - $126,186.67/yr

Employment type

Full-Time, Mid-Level

Department

Finance

Responsibilities

• Adjustment of payroll/labor transactions via re-org processing
• Correct and process federal government travel in accordance with policies and regulations
• Verify, analyze, and maintain financial information used by the DOJ Office of the Comptroller
• Use electronic software and databases (UFMS, JEDI and JEDI-2, SAFARI, E-2, SAMS.gov) to analyze complex data sets
• Record and retrieve financial data related to reimbursable and billing processes
• Track expenditures of multiple accounts using a financial management system
• Generate reconciliation reports and reconcile financial books/reports weekly
• Prepare financial reports and documentation for review and signature by the DOJ Office of the Comptroller and other U.S. Government agencies
• Assist and provide support to other DOJ sections in UFMS transaction processing and offer system error resolutions
• Compose memorandums and correspondence related to financial reports and activities
• Manage office files, databases, and scheduling; assist with web conferences and events
• Performs other duties as assigned or necessary for regular or special projects

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in accounting or four-year degree in a related field (finance, business, banking, or economics) with 30 credit hours in accounting
• Knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems used by banking, financial, and other institutions
• Experience with commitments, obligations, and interagency reimbursement agreements
• Experience with quarterly review, accrual, and closeout processes
• Ability to provide analysis and technical support for a variety of financial activities
• Ability to identify and analyze changes in budgetary and/or financial activities
• Ability to research and analyze financial data
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance

Ideally, you will also have

• UFSM, JEDI, SAFARI, E-2, and Excel proficiency
• Budgeting Cycle Management
• Financial Management and A/P/A/R processing
• Reimbursable agreements analysis and management
• Obligations processing and committed funds tracking
• Auditing and accounting services
• Cash flow and statistical analysis
• Financial fraud-related research and data processing
• Systems analysis, administration, and database user support
• Reporting and record management
• Business legal compliance and special projects
• Analytical and critical thinking, time management, and organization
• Excel proficiency including formatting, sorting, and data analysis (e.g., VLOOKUP, PivotTables)

Our Commitment

CGS strives to simplify and enhance government operations by optimizing human, technical, and financial resources. We combine technology with skilled personnel to deliver customized solutions and solve dynamic challenges. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and observed holidays

How to apply

CGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about CGS, please visit https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact [e-mail]. You may also view our job board and join our team at https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team.

Additional notes

This job description includes program-specific duties and disclosure of institutional information and does not imply any guarantees of employment.