Accounts Payable Specialist
Amentum
Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
Our long-term client relationship with NASA has led to a need for a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist.
The Accounts Payable Specialist will:
Receive and distribute vendor invoices
Verify approvals and code invoices with cost element and charge numbers according to established company policies and procedures
Enter and process invoices through the JAMIS accounting system to include the generation of accounts payable payments including checks, direct deposits, and wires.
Enter and process P-Card charges
Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SARBOX), Defense Contract Auditing Agency, and internal audits pertaining to Accounts Payable
Receive, research, and resolve vendor payment problems and concerns
Reconcile and provide invoice support for materials and services purchased
Prepare reports and provide general assistance to the Business Management Office staff, as needed
Perform other duties as required
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidates experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Requires a HS diploma or its equivalent
Must have Accounts Payable experience
Must be detailed and deadline-oriented
Must have experience with SARBOX processes associated with Accounts Payable
Must understand three-way matching
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word) is required
Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with vendors and employees at all levels of the organization
Experience with problem research and resolution
Preferences:
Labor processing experience or account reconciliation experience is a plus
Government Contracting experience a plus
Experience with JAMIS and MAXIMO processing is preferred
The ability to work with frequent interruptions in a multi-task environment is a plus
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance following an established work schedule is critical. The ability to work outside the normal schedule and adjust the schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.