However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Associate degree preferred with 3 years of job-related experience in accounting or equivalent; knowledge of commonly used accounting concepts, practices, and procedures; experience with accounting systems; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; strong communication and customer service skills.