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Military and Travel Pay Specialist

Kearney & Company, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


Overview
Kearney & Company is seeking a Military and Travel Pay Specialist to join our growing team. The Specialist will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payment of military salaries, allowances, and travel reimbursements. This includes reviewing financial documents, applying regulations, and supporting service members with pay-related issues.

Responsibilities

Process active duty, reserve, and retired pay transactions

Calculate entitlements (basic pay, housing allowance, special pay, etc.)

Handle pay adjustments, debts, and overpayments

Ensure compliance with military pay regulations (e.g., DFAS policies)

Review and process travel vouchers and reimbursement claims

Verify travel orders and receipts

Calculate per diem, mileage, and lodging reimbursements

Assist service members and employees with pay inquiries

Explain pay policies and procedures

Provide guidance on submitting proper documentation

Qualifications

BS/BA/BBA degree from an accredited college/university in a STEM discipline

Minimum of 2 years of DOD finance experience

Active Secret Clearance (requires U.S. citizenship)

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of financial systems and spreadsheets

Understanding of government or military pay systems

Good communication and customer service skills

Comprehensive knowledge of tools and systems:

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Systems

Defense Travel System (DTS)

Microsoft Excel and financial software

The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $100,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation will be determined based on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses where applicable.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances

Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

EEO Notice
Kearney & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, genetic information, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association to a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulation. Click here for more information on Kearney’s EEO Policy.

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FMLA
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is designed to help employees balance their work and family responsibilities by allowing them to take reasonable unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons. Kearney & Company provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year. Military family leave is available for up to 26 weeks under FMLA.

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
The EPPA prohibits most private employers from using lie detector tests either for pre-employment screening or during the course of employment. Kearney & Company adheres to all provisions of the EPPA.

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