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Remote/Hybrid•Waco, TX (Off-Site/Hybrid)
Overview
The Avery Group, LLC (TAG) is seeking diligent and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk personnel to support the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Financial Services Center (FSC) Payment and Payment Resolution mission. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing a high volume of vendor invoices and payment transactions in compliance with federal regulations, the Prompt Payment Act, VA policies. Key responsibilities include reviewing invoices, entering and validating payment data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining the integrity of financial information across the client’s Financial Management Systems. This role is ideal for candidates with strong analytical skills, high accuracy, and experience working in structured, process-driven environments where attention to detail and consistency are essential.
Responsibilities
* Review vendor invoices for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with contract terms.
* Process payment transactions in FMS, iFAMS, IPPS, and related systems in accordance with FSC SOPs.
Validate vendor information, compute and prepare transaction data, and submit entries for manual or automated payment.
* Catalog and prioritize invoices into appropriate queues or electronic content libraries.
* Conduct duplicate invoice and transaction analysis using established FSC policies.
* Review and correct rejected transactions in FMS and iFAMS.
* Analyze variances between invoice and receiving report amounts (cost, quantity, vendor ID).
* Support preparation of Bills of Collection for erroneous payments.
* Respond to vendor inquiries and station accounting questions as assigned.
* Communicate professionally with VA fiscal personnel to resolve payment issues.
* Maintain the required 98% accuracy rate in all transaction processing and analysis tasks.
Qualifications
* A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
* Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or as an Accounting Technician. Experience in a government contracting environment is highly desirable.
* Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and the invoice-to-payment cycle. Familiarity with the federal Prompt Payment Act is a plus.
* Experience with enterprise financial software or payment processing systems. Ability to quickly learn specialized systems like VA IPPS, FMS, and iFAMS.
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, proficient data entry skills, and effective written and verbal communication.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated background investigation (Public Trust).
How Do We Define Success for This Role?
Success is measured by consistent accuracy, reliability, and adherence to FSC processing standards. A successful Accounting Clerk will maintain high productivity, meet all performance metrics, solve routine discrepancies independently, and communicate effectively with supervisors and VA stakeholders.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waco, Texas 76711
The Avery Group, LLC (TAG) is seeking diligent and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk personnel to support the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Financial Services Center (FSC) Payment and Payment Resolution mission. The Accounting Clerk is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing a high volume of vendor invoices and payment transactions in compliance with federal regulations, the Prompt Payment Act, VA policies. Key responsibilities include reviewing invoices, entering and validating payment data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining the integrity of financial information across the client’s Financial Management Systems. This role is ideal for candidates with strong analytical skills, high accuracy, and experience working in structured, process-driven environments where attention to detail and consistency are essential.
Responsibilities
* Review vendor invoices for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with contract terms.
* Process payment transactions in FMS, iFAMS, IPPS, and related systems in accordance with FSC SOPs.
Validate vendor information, compute and prepare transaction data, and submit entries for manual or automated payment.
* Catalog and prioritize invoices into appropriate queues or electronic content libraries.
* Conduct duplicate invoice and transaction analysis using established FSC policies.
* Review and correct rejected transactions in FMS and iFAMS.
* Analyze variances between invoice and receiving report amounts (cost, quantity, vendor ID).
* Support preparation of Bills of Collection for erroneous payments.
* Respond to vendor inquiries and station accounting questions as assigned.
* Communicate professionally with VA fiscal personnel to resolve payment issues.
* Maintain the required 98% accuracy rate in all transaction processing and analysis tasks.
Qualifications
* A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
* Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or as an Accounting Technician. Experience in a government contracting environment is highly desirable.
* Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and the invoice-to-payment cycle. Familiarity with the federal Prompt Payment Act is a plus.
* Experience with enterprise financial software or payment processing systems. Ability to quickly learn specialized systems like VA IPPS, FMS, and iFAMS.
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, proficient data entry skills, and effective written and verbal communication.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated background investigation (Public Trust).
How Do We Define Success for This Role?
Success is measured by consistent accuracy, reliability, and adherence to FSC processing standards. A successful Accounting Clerk will maintain high productivity, meet all performance metrics, solve routine discrepancies independently, and communicate effectively with supervisors and VA stakeholders.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waco, Texas 76711
group id: 90960927
