Accounting Clerk

Job ID: req3748
Employee Type: nonexempt full-time
Division: Financial Operations
Facility: Frederick: ATRF
Location: 8560 Progress Dr, Frederick, MD 21701 USA

The Frederick National Laboratory is a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases.

Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The mission of the Financial Management Group is to administer a financial management program to the National Cancer Institute and other agencies utilizing NCI's prime contract with Leidos Biomedical Research; to establish fiscal policies to ensure accountability for government funds; provide high quality financial reporting and analysis to assist in managing fiscal resources; and deliver quality financial support and customer service to both our internal and external customers.

KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process 3-way match purchase order invoices
• Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Voucher research, approval, and corrections
• Resolves discrepancies regarding purchase orders, receiving, and invoices
• Maintain vendor relations
• Reconcile vendor Statements, correcting discrepancies and maintaining aged payables
• Responds to vendor inquiries giving status of invoices, and payment verifications
• Research and correct input exceptions
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Assist with weekly check run process
• Complete various administrative tasks/duties
• Assist with other projects as needed

Candidate must be able to independently review, verify, and process a wide range of accounting invoices; apply standard accounting principles and practices in resolving unusual or unique problems. Communicate effectively with internal/external clients and vendors. Basic accounting and computer-based accounting systems are utilized.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
• In addition to educational requirements, a minimum of five (5) years related experience in an accounting environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Accounts Payable experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Strong problem-solving skills, research and resolution skills and data analysis
• Previous experience with Microsoft Office software and MS Excel
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or other accounting systems
• Current Public Trust

Commitment to Diversity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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