Accountant I

Socket.dev; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

On-site role in San Antonio

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Accountant I in San Antonio, TX, to own end-to-end Accounts Payable processing, including invoice review, reconciliation, and final approval prior to payment.

You will work closely with program teams, vendors, and internal accounting leadership to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations. This role is fully onsite and requires hands-on AP experience.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required or strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience.
• Experience reviewing and processing invoices independently.
• Strong understanding of AP workflows, approvals, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full Accounts Payable lifecycle, from invoice intake through final review and approval.
• Review and validate invoices for accuracy, completeness, proper authorization, and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Perform final AP review and approval prior to payment processing.
• Prepare, review, and verify payment vouchers and supporting documentation.
• Monitor invoice aging, payment status, and outstanding liabilities.
• Perform reconciliations related to AP activity and company-issued payment methods.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready records for invoices, approvals, and vendor documentation.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support documentation of AP procedures.
• Collaborate with program, procurement, and accounting teams to ensure proper financial controls.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel proficiency

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

U.S. citizen

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an Accountant I to join our growing accounting team in San Antonio, TX. This role is responsible for end-to-end Accounts Payable processing, including invoice review, reconciliation, and final approval prior to payment, while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable government regulations. The Accountant I will work closely with program teams, vendors, and internal accounting leadership to support accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations. This role works closely with internal Accounts Payable specialists to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient processing of vendor payments. This position requires prior hands-on accounts payable experience and the ability to exercise sound judgment in reviewing financial transactions. This role is fully onsite.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full Accounts Payable lifecycle, from invoice intake through final review and approval
• Review and validate invoices for accuracy, completeness, proper authorization, and compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
• Perform final AP review and approval prior to payment processing
• Prepare, review, and verify payment vouchers and supporting documentation
• Monitor invoice aging, payment status, and outstanding liabilities
• Perform reconciliations related to AP activity and company-issued payment methods
• Maintain organized, audit-ready records for invoices, approvals, and vendor documentation
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support documentation of AP procedures
• Collaborate with program, procurement, and accounting teams to ensure proper financial controls
• Perform additional accounting or finance-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required or strongly preferred)
• 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience reviewing and processing invoices independently
• Strong understanding of AP workflows, approvals, and internal controls
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing final AP review and approval
• Experience in a government contracting environment
• Working knowledge of GAAP and FAR/DFARS requirements
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or similar ERP systems
• Intermediate Excel skills (formulas, lookups, reconciliations)
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reviews
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Details

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to work on mission-critical projects supporting U.S. defense initiatives

Ideal Candidate Traits

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who takes ownership of their work and understands the importance of accuracy, compliance, and accountability. They are comfortable making review-level decisions, communicating with vendors and internal stakeholders, and ensuring transactions are completed correctly before approval. This role is well-suited for someone ready to operate beyond clerical AP work and contribute at an accountant level.

PCI Federal (PCIF) and its subsidiaries are an equal-opportunity employer. PCIF does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or identity, Veterans or Disability status. Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.