Accounting Assistant/Expeditor Accounts Payable/Travel

We have an opening for an Accounting Assistant to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Under minimal supervision, you will perform advanced and complex accounting and travel accounting tasks, solve problems of a broad scope and complexity, and develop and implement new techniques and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in a financial or business-related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting theory, policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience using Oracle or other financial applications and intermediate knowledge and experience with computer-based spreadsheets, report generated applications and communication tools (e.g., Microsoft Suite, Outlook, ServiceNow).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to perform as a team member while maintaining a heavy workload.
• Demonstrated ability to meet critical deadlines and work effectively under time constraints.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to work with all levels of personnel, both internal and external to the Laboratory including experience providing a high level of customer service while maintaining effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, external vendors, and Laboratory service units.
• Additional knowledge of State and Federal policies, procedures and regulations and experience in applying and ensuring internal controls are followed.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts, preparing complex journal entries and financial reports.
• Interpreting and applying financial policy and procedures.

Benefits

• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)