<span>Accounting Technician</span>

$67,947 - $92,213/Yr

Contact Government Services - Syracuse, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Syracuse, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Accounting Technician position at Contact Government Services (CGS) 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 collaboration and problem-solving. The role requires proficiency in various financial software and systems, as well as the ability to analyze complex data sets and prepare financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and reimbursement activities.
• Oversee collections and account oversight.
• Adjust payroll/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 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/reports weekly.
• Prepare financial reports and documentation for review by the DOJ Office of the Comptroller and other U.S. Government agencies.
• Assist with UFMS transaction processing and suggest resolutions for system errors.
• Compose memorandums and correspondence referencing financial reports and activities.
• Manage databases, maintain office files, and assist with web conferences 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.
• Knowledge of financial management and accounts payable/receivable processing.
• Experience with reimbursable agreements analysis and management.
• Skills in auditing, cash flow analysis, and statistical analysis.
• Experience in electronic data acquisition and processing.

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