AP Specialist with Security Clearance

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Job description

Akima is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to work in Herndon, VA. The Accounts Payable Specialist (APS) is the central coordinating point for processing vendor invoices. Knowledge of coding invoices and GL is preferred. With a steady workload and varied tasks, the APS will be expected to reassess priorities to meet strict deadlines. Accuracy and attention to detail is paramount for processing vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance. The APS should recognize potentail problems and offer insight and solutions. Excellent communications skills will allow the APS to effectively interact with internal and external clients as well as maintain a professional relationship with staff in all of our offices. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities Receives, reviews and processes all expense reports for employees of forty-six companies.
Processes vendor invoices in a timely fashion
Reports directly to the Sr. Manager, Accounts Payable.
Knowledge of coding invoices and the G/L is preferred.
Expected to reassess priorities to meet strict deadlines.
Accuracy and attention to detail is paramount for processing vendor invoices and employee expense invoices.
The APS should recognize potential problems and offer insight and solutions.
Excellent communication skills will allow APS to effectively interact with internal and external clients as well as maintain a professional relationship with staff in all of our offices. Qualifications Must have 0-2 years' experience in Accounts Payable, knowledge of coding invoices and the G/L is preferred.
Must have experience processing expense reports, assisting employees with troubleshooting issues.
Experience working in government contracting highly preferred.
Must have High School diploma or equivalent.
Experience in Deltek Cost Point required.
This Hybrid position requires that you live within commuting distance from Herndon, VA. Job ID 9 Work Type Hybrid Company Description Work Where it Matters Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction. As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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