¬counting Clerk III

Job Summary Amentum is currently seeking a Accounting Clerk III for the Hazardous Materials Minimization Center (HMMC) Okinawa. This position has a rotating shift and will be subject to shift changes, weekend, holiday and overtime work. Shift work, weekends, mandatory overtime (with proper notice given) and cross-training can be required in order to meet daily/weekly workload requirements. Relocation costs will not be provided or reimbursed. Perform diversified general accounting duties requiring knowledge of bookkeeping practices in assigned segment(s) of accounting, working in accordance with prescribed procedures and accepted accounting practices. Duties involve knowledge of computer software applications. Duties are performed with a minimum of supervision. May direct work of others. Essential Responsibilities: Perform all required statistical and clerical duties necessary in area of assignment. Analyze data received for accuracy of information, resolve discrepancies. Prepare and post journal entries. Assign proper account and subsidiary account numbers to transactions. Prepare customer billings. Prepare and process documents necessary to adjust transactions. Coordinate activities with in-put providers, and resolve operational problems. Interface with customers, vendors and Division Data Processing for reporting and problem resolution relative to accounting transactions. Perform reconciliation of accounts. Operate the computer system used to interface with Division Data Processing. Follow standard practice in procedures at beginning and ending of fiscal year and calendar year. Prepare and maintain special reports and the report distribution list. Assist in the month end closing process. Maintain all files in a neat, orderly and up-to-date condition. Assist in other Accounting areas as may be required including Accounts Payable, Payroll, Job Cost, Contract Billing or Data Processing. Perform the work of lower level Accounting Clerks as required. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must posses planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Other Responsibilities: Safety – Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Minimum Requirements Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident High School diploma with commercial/general background. At least 5 years of job related experience or equivalent. Must have a valid drivers license Good oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required. Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.