Accounting Specialist

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 develops, interprets, and implements complex financial and accounting concepts, or techniques for financial planning and control.

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

·     Completes monthly billing to the government or prime contractor on various contract types: Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable, Time & Materials

·     Completes monthly project financial reporting requirements to include, but not limited to Contract Deliverables (CDRLS), Funds and Man-Hours Expenditure Reports (FMERS), and Estimates-At-Completion (EAC/ETC).

·     Analyzes financial information & labor hour utilization to determine present and future financial performance.

·     Updates specialized reports for Program Management Offices for use in analyzing current costs/utilization and forecasts for future requirements.

·     Responsible for reviewing all contract modifications to verify contract value and funding portion is correct, and will also track contract modifications and update Costpoint contract value and funded as needed.

·     Reviews costs for contract allowability.

·     Responsible for adding/updating Costpoint Projects as needed for contracts supported to include updating and monitoring Project Workforce

·     Prepares monthly labor accruals as needed

·     Reviews & processes subcontractor invoices as needed

·     Reviews travel expense reports to ensure costs meet contractual requirements and that proper charge codes have been applied.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

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

·     Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.

·     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; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

·     Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

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. Ability to demonstrate discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality a must. Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail required.

Education and/or Experience
Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1-3 months related experience helpful. 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred. 

• Government contracting experience preferred. 

• 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  Microsoft Office Products.  Knowledge of Deltek software (CostPoint, Time & Expense) helpful.  Proficiency in MS Excel is required.

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
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5 is an Equal Opportunity that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5 is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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.

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