Accounting Clerk III

GAP SOLUTIONS INC•Lawrence, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Clerk III provides financial, accounting, and administrative support to the CBP Office of Finance. The role supports payroll, financial reporting, travel, commercial accounts, government card programs, revenue collections, and customer service, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely financial transactions in support of CBP’s mission. The position may be fully remote or hybrid, depending on the assigned department’s requirements. Employees must reside within 50 miles of the designated CBP office and may need to report onsite for contract requirements, meetings, training, audits, or other business needs. Onsite work takes place in an office cubicle environment with a low noise level. The position is subject to the Service Contract Act and all CBP security, training, and onboarding requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least two years of post-high-school education in business, management, finance, accounting, or a related field, or completion of a four-year program at an accredited college or university in any field.
Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Word, Outlook, and Access, and ability to use multiple monitors.
A working computer monitor at the home residence for a remote or hybrid setup.
Ability to successfully complete the required U.S. Government background investigation and security clearance process, and to obtain and maintain the required clearance as a condition of employment.
U.S. citizenship.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing.
Excellent customer service and communication skills, including effective oral and written communication with technical and non-technical staff.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
Must reside within 50 miles of the designated CBP office and be able to report onsite when required.

Nice To Haves

Computer proficiency and ability to navigate and enter information into established databases and Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of English language structure and content, including word meaning and spelling, composition, and grammar.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person for the needs of the audience.
Ability to address customer inquiries with a pleasant and patient demeanor.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret information; and choose appropriate mathematical methods or formulas.
Ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret varied instructions involving abstract and concrete variables.

Responsibilities

Audit and reconcile employee leave balances and pay records.
Research and resolve pay discrepancies; process union dues, garnishments, and separation debts.
Respond to employee inquiries, manage pay-related tickets, and process onboarding documents.
Support Workers’ Compensation, retirement, tax adjustments, and Voluntary Leave Transfer Program activities.
Reconcile assigned General Ledger accounts and prepare journal vouchers.
Assist with accounting and financial reports and respond to audit requests.
Audit and process temporary-duty and permanent-change-of-station travel vouchers.
Manage relocation program invoices and respond to travel-related inquiries.
Process vendor and utility invoices, track invoice status, and manage daily deposits to the Treasury.
Input payment schedules and coordinate with procurement and contracting officers.
Support government credit card program operations, reconcile billing data, and assist users.
Perform other duties assigned in support of finance operations.
Comply with CBP security, training, onboarding, and standards-of-conduct requirements.
Maintain professional conduct and perform mission-essential functions during government furloughs or shutdowns when required.