Job Description
Accounting Clerk/Financial Services Technician (FST) U.S. Air Force Travel Pay Processing Support Location: Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota
Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly (On-Site)
About the Company Avenue Contract Solutions (ACS) is a certified Woman-Owned Small Business providing professional administrative and financial support services to the U.S. Department of Defense. ACS supports mission-critical operations across multiple military installations by delivering qualified personnel who value accuracy, compliance, and service excellence.
ACS is owned and operated by an active-duty military spouse, bringing a firsthand understanding of military processes, operational tempo, and the importance of reliable, compliant support to service members and their families. This perspective shapes ACS’s commitment to professionalism, accountability, and mission success.
Position Summary Avenue Contract Solutions is seeking Financial Services Technicians (FSTs) to support U.S. Air Force travel-pay operations at Ellsworth Air Force Base. FSTs play a critical role in ensuring military members and civilian employees receive accurate and timely travel reimbursements in accordance with Department of Defense and Air Force regulations.
This is a full-time, on-site position supporting a high-volume, structured financial operations environment. ACS anticipates hiring 30–40 personnel for this contract.
Day-to-day operations will be led on site by an experienced, locally based retired Air Force officer who brings deep familiarity with Air Force financial processes, mission requirements, and installation culture. This leadership ensures effective coordination with Air Force personnel and provides a work environment grounded in mutual respect, operational understanding, and mission alignment.
Work Location & Schedule - On-site at Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD
- Monday–Friday, standard 8-hour shifts
- Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Overtime may be required during high-demand periods as directed by government leadership
Compensation & Benefits - Hourly Pay: $17.27 per hour
- Health & Welfare: $5.09 per hour (up to 40 hours per week, applied to benefits)
- Benefits Package Includes:
- Retirement benefit options
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 11 paid federal holidays
- 80 hours of paid time off after the first year
- 56 hours of paid sick leave accrued annually
What You’ll Do Financial Services Technicians support the full travel-pay process for military and civilian personnel. Duties include:
- Review and process travel vouchers related to temporary duty (TDY), permanent change of station (PCS), deployments, training, and other official travel
- Verify eligibility and ensure travel reimbursements comply with Air Force and Department of Defense guidance
- Identify missing or incorrect information and take action to correct, return, or elevate vouchers as needed
- Research and resolve routine travel-pay issues and track unresolved cases
- Process travel-related pay actions, including reimbursements, adjustments, and collections
- Monitor rejected electronic payments and assist with corrective actions
- Maintain accurate records and assist with daily accounting reconciliation activities
- Enter, update, and maintain data across approved government financial and travel systems
- Communicate professionally with customers, teammates, and supervisors regarding voucher status and required actions
- Meet established productivity and accuracy standards after completing required training
Training & Performance Expectations - Employees will complete a structured training and on-the-job training program, not to exceed 120 business days
- Performance expectations increase progressively during training
- Once fully trained, technicians are expected to:
- Process an average of 25 travel vouchers per workday
- Maintain a minimum 84% accuracy rate
- Performance is measured using government-provided metrics
Systems & Tools (Training Provided) Technicians will receive training and work in multiple government systems, including:
- Defense Travel System (DTS)
- Defense Enterprise Accounting & Management System (DEAMS)
- Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS)
- Reserve Travel System (RTS)
- Financial Management Workflow (FMWF)
- Microsoft Office and other standard desktop applications
Required Qualifications - High School diploma or equivalent (required)
- Ability to work full-time on site at Ellsworth AFB
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet daily deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn government systems, policies, and regulations
Security Requirements - Must be able to obtain and maintain Interim Secret eligibility (Tier III investigation)
- IT Level II system access required
- Candidates unable to obtain favorable adjudication will be ineligible for employment on this contract
Additional Information - Incumbent contractor employees currently supporting this work are encouraged to apply
- Submitting an application does not obligate acceptance of employment
- Applying does not impact current employment with the incumbent contractor
- Employment is contingent upon contract award and meeting all security and suitability requirements
Equal Opportunity Employment Avenue Contract Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Interim role, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Shift work,