Accounting Specialist III at Norfolk Airport Authority

Norfolk, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Feb, 26

Salary

63410.0

Posted On

29 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting Procedures, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills, Time-Management Skills, Customer Service Skills, Lease Agreements, Revenue Recognition Principles

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Begin a challenging career with the Norfolk Airport Authority, a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport. Job Title: ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST III Shift Schedule: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. May be required to report to work during inclement weather. Starting Annual Pay: $63,410 ANNUAL CLOSING DATE: This job announcement will be open until filled. ABOUT US: Norfolk International Airport is the aviation gateway to Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, including the Outer Banks. It has enjoyed three consecutive years of record traffic with nearly 4.9 million passengers in 2024. Its eight commercial airlines offer nonstop service to more than 40 cities coast to coast. Our vision is that every team member has a stake in bringing our “Here & There For You” brand to life for every passenger and fellow employee. We have a demonstrated commitment to cultivating a positive, collaborative work environment that supports our values of professionalism, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, excellence (P.R.I.D.E.) as outlined in our Strategic Plan. OUR MISSION: The mission of Norfolk Airport Authority is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport. JOB SUMMARY: The Accounting Specialists are primarily responsible for ensuring proper payment of invoices, maintaining accurate accounts payable records, generating invoices for Authority customers, processing receipts of customer payments and posting journal entries. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The following duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. 1. Process all Accounts Receivable functions for the authority including the following: * Maintain customer profiles * Generate monthly and periodic invoices for Authority customers. * Monitor customer accounts and contact customers when necessary. * Issue interest invoices for past due balances. * Review aging balances on a monthly basis or less. * Review new and existing customer contracts for invoicing and financial requirements. * Manage contractual rents and rates for customers. 2. Have the ability to process all Accounts Payable functions as a backup including: * Process and ensure proper coding of purchase quotes, purchase orders, invoices, and credit card transactions. * Maintain vendor files and accounts payable ledgers. * Reconcile monthly billing statements from vendors. * Process and issue payments through accounting and banking software. 3. Create and distribute activity reports to management. 4. Prepare monthly revenue reconciliations and assist with year-end closing entries. 5. Support audit preparation and requests for documentation. 6. Performs all other duties as assigned and directed. 7. Administer and adhere to all Authority policies and guidelines. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The following generally describes the knowledge, skills and abilities required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties. 1. Knowledge of accounting procedures is required. 2. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required. 3. Excellent organizational, analytical and time-management skills. 4. Demonstrated excellent customer service skills. 5. Understanding of lease agreements and revenue recognition principles. EDUCATION/TRAINING: 1. High school graduate or equivalent. 2. Associate degree in Accounting or related field preferred EXPERIENCE: 1. Minimum of three years’ accounting experience. 2. Experience with Microsoft Business Central preferred. Experience in accounts receivable management and contract compliance preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities. EQUIPMENT OPERATION: Personal computer, copier and phone system. PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS: Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. Sitting for long periods of time, bending, stooping, lifting, or moving up to 12lbs, climbing up and down stairs (when necessary). WORKING CONDITIONS/HAZARDS: Required to work during all weather conditions. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: It is the policy of the Norfolk Airport Authority (NAA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. DISCLAIMER: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All Norfolk Airport Authority (NAA) employees are at-will under Virginia law and NAA personnel policies. www.flyorf.com/employment [http://www.flyorf.com/employment] Contact the Human Resources Department at 757-857-3405 for assistance.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Specialist III is responsible for ensuring proper payment of invoices and maintaining accurate accounts payable records. This role includes generating invoices for customers, processing receipts, and posting journal entries.