<span>Accounting Technician</span>

$67,947 - $92,213/Yr

Contact Government Services - Boise, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Boise, ID

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 effective financial management. The role requires collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze complex data sets using various electronic software and databases.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and reimbursement activities.
• Oversee collections and account oversight.
• Adjust 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 for the DOJ Office of the Comptroller.
• Utilize electronic software and databases to analyze complex data sets.
• 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 letters to outside vendors and agencies as needed.
• 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 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 accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) management.
• Experience with reimbursable agreements analysis and management.
• Skills in auditing and accounting services, 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