Accounting Specialist I

Accounting Specialist I
Corporate Office
Fort Walton Beach, Florida

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

Summary
The Accounting Specialist I may perform various duties within the department. The position monitors expenses and accounts while computing, classifying, recording, and verifying numerical data for use in maintaining accounting records. Must be highly organized and detail oriented.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The duties in this position may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepares vouchers, invoices, checks, account statements, reports, and other records, and reviews for accuracy.
• Compiles and sorts documents, such as invoices and checks, substantiating business transactions.
• Verifies and posts details of business transactions, such as funds received and disbursed, and totals accounts to ledgers or computer spreadsheets and databases.
• Monitors accounts payable and receivable to ensure that payments are up to date.
• Reconciles general ledger accounts with various registers.
• Codes data for input to financial data processing system according to company procedures.
• Assists in tracking and auditing travel activities, expenses, and payments.
• Experience using Deltek Costpoint is helpful.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervision responsibilities.

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three months related experience helpful. BS Degree in accounting from an accredited university a plus. Ability to demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality a must. Ability to maintain high level of attention to detail required.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Deltek software; Database software; Excel Spreadsheet and Microsoft Office Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
There are no certifications, licenses, or registrations required for this position.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

Travel
This position does not require travel.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance

AAP/EEO Statement
HX5 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

HX5 is a Drug-Free Workplace

Accessibility Notice
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.