Accounting Technician

$67,947 - $92,213/Yr

Contact Government Services - Cheyenne, WY

Full-time - Mid Level

Cheyenne, WY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Accounting Technician position at Contact Government Services, LLC is a mid-level role focused on supporting the financial operations of a large federal agency. The technician will manage accounts payable, reimbursement activities, collections, and account oversight, contributing to government innovation through effective financial management and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and reimbursement activities.
• Oversee collections and account oversight.
• Adjust payroll and labor transactions via re-org processing.
• Process federal government travel in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Verify, analyze, and maintain financial information for the DOJ Office of the Comptroller.
• Utilize various electronic software and databases 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 weekly.
• Prepare financial reports and documentation for review by the DOJ Office of the Comptroller and other agencies.
• Assist with UFMS transaction processing and suggest resolutions for system errors.
• Compose memorandums and correspondence related to financial reports and activities.
• Manage databases, maintain office files, and assist with scheduling and office events.
• Perform other duties necessary for regular or special projects.

Requirements

• Two-year degree in accounting or a four-year degree in a related field with 30 credit hours in accounting.
• Knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems used by financial 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 financial activities.
• Ability to research and analyze financial data.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in UFSM, JEDI, SAFARI, E-2, and Excel.
• Experience in budgeting cycle management and financial management.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable management.
• Experience with auditing and accounting services.
• Skills in cash flow analysis and statistical analysis.
• Experience in financial fraud-related research and electronic data acquisition.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays