HQ Financial Specialist

MELE Associates • Albuquerque, NM

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The HQ Financial Specialist provides travel, payroll, financial administration, reporting, records management, and customer support services to OST Headquarters. This position supports mission-critical operations by ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of travel and timekeeping programs while providing exceptional customer service to federal employees and leadership. The HQ Financial Specialist works closely with the Lead Financial Specialist and federal personnel to support travel and payroll operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or related field; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of experience supporting travel administration, payroll processing, and timekeeping.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting a Federal Government agency.
• Experience with ATAAPS, Concur Government Edition, SharePoint, STARS, and Workday.
• Knowledge of Federal Travel Regulations and payroll administration processes.

Responsibilities

• Process travel authorizations and vouchers, provide customer support, resolve discrepancies, monitor compliance, and assist with travel-related reporting.
• Process and maintain T&A records, validate timecards, coordinate corrections, maintain audit-ready files, support onboarding/offboarding, and assist employees with payroll procedures.
• Compile and analyze payroll and travel data, generate reports, track discrepancies, and maintain databases and tracking tools.
• Maintain records in accordance with DOE, NNSA, and OST requirements and safeguard sensitive information.
• Respond to payroll, travel, and timekeeping inquiries and maintain effective working relationships.
• Participate in audits, assessments, special projects, and provide backup support as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level