Accountant

Overview

An organization specializing in federal financial management and administrative support is seeking an Accountant III to support the CBP Payroll Branch. This role involves managing complex settlement cases, conducting detailed audits, performing data mining, and executing technical accounting duties to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with federal policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed audits to verify financial balances and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Use spreadsheets and financial software to process payments, adjustments, and other transactions accurately.
• Conduct biweekly timecard audits to prevent pay discrepancies and regulatory violations.
• Prepare and manage waiver payments affected by pay caps, ensuring adherence to guidelines.
• Maintain current knowledge of policies related to pay, leave, and settlements through ongoing research.
• Analyze and review complex settlement cases, providing recommendations for resolution.
• Extract relevant data through mining activities for audits and reporting.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on audit findings, settlement cases, and financial analyses.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support payroll operations and ensure efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of six months experience in auditing or a similar financial function.
• Proficiency in Excel functions including Sumifs, Vlookups, Pivot tables, and other advanced features.
• Familiarity with SAP analysis add-in, Insight data retrieval, and multiple USDA applications is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and federal regulations with the ability to interpret complex policies.
• Excellent attention to detail, multitasking skills, and ability to work efficiently with large datasets.
• Ability to learn quickly, perform under pressure, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a background check due to security clearance requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Financial analysis
• Auditing
• Data analysis
• Financial reporting
• Compliance

Compensation & Benefits

The employer offers competitive benefits including comprehensive health insurance plans, retirement savings options, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Flexible work arrangements, including telework options, are available to support work-life balance. The organization promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment with recognition programs to reward outstanding performance.

Location

This position supports federal government operations and requires U.S. citizenship and security clearance eligibility.