Accounts Payable Specialist

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: National Institute of Standards and Technology
• Department: Department of Commerce
• Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
• Salary: $70623 – $111087/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 2
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-09-24
• Application Deadline: 2026-10-01

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Job Summary

NIST is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to assess the accuracy and appropriateness of vendor invoices within the Accounts Payable group of the Financial Operations Division. This position is responsible for the secure management and archiving of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and for providing critical financial oversight through Annual Undelivered Order (UDO) reviews and internal and external audits.

Key Responsibilities

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will utilize your knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Prompt Payment Act, and Federal Travel Regulations. The Candidate will be responsible for: Preparing and distributing assigned reports. Reviewing purchase orders and contracts to process payments while actively resolving any issues that may arise.

Performing final reconciliations consistently and accurately in accordance with established procedures and deadlines. Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver organizational projects. Applying analytical and evaluation techniques to review accounting data in alignment with accounting principles.

Requirements & Education

This position allows applicants to qualify with education. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required before a final offer of employment. Use of foreign education for qualifications. An accredited organization must evaluate education completed outside of the U.S.

to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with a course-by-course listing) is required with your application.

Contact

mofoluwasho.adewale@nist.gov · 771-216-6935

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Commerce.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $70623 – $111087/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-01.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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