Accounting Clerk jobs in Washington, DC

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day financial management activities and special projects to

include the following:

• Processing accounts payable to include vendor invoice payments in CBO’s financial system, the Legislative Branch Financial Management System (LBFMS).
• Assisting with daily budget tasks including but not limited to requirements tracking and budget forecasting.
• Completing annual internal control assessments over CBO’s key business processes.
• Assisting with quarterly reviews of CBO’s spend plan and open obligations.
• Assisting with financial reporting activities.
• Interviewing stakeholders, gathering information, and documenting OFM standard operating procedures.
• Assisting with CBO’s year-end activities

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or business.
• Background or degree in finance or business.
• Experience working with the Federal Government is a plus
• Expert knowledge in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with financial accounting software programs/suites.
• Experience working with the LBFMS (also known as Momentum) is preferred.
• Experience in audit and/or internal controls.
• Knowledge of the federal government budget and budget execution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.