Accountant - IN OFFICE POSITION

HEMIC; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HEMIC is hiring an Accountant I (Financial Reporting) in Honolulu, Hawaii. This role supports day-to-day accounting duties, ensures compliance with GAAP, and assists with financial reporting and internal controls.

The position emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and timely delivery of financial information, with opportunities for professional growth within the Finance & Accounting department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or 2+ years of GAAP-based accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and journal entries.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review daily accounting transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare journal entries and GL reconciliations.
• Analyze budget variances and suggest improvements.
• Provide support to internal and external partners on accounting needs.
• Participate in meetings and training programs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Description:

Accountant I (Financial Reporting)

Join us at HEMIC! Voted one of Hawai`i Business' Best Places to Work for 6 Years in a Row!

As a HEMIC employee, you will get:

• People Who Care

Voted one of Hawai`i Business' Best Places to Work, and Pacific Business News' Best Workplaces, our business is founded on caring for Hawai`i workers, Hawai`i businesses, and each other.

• Professional Growth

We're passionate about your development. Whether it's achieving a formal certification or attending a workshop to improve your communication skills, we will support and encourage you to grow.

• Benefits & Perks

We offer competitive salary and best-in-class benefits, including a 401k match, flex-time, generous PTO, 15 paid holidays, and so much more!

• Opportunity to Give Back

Giving back to our community is our kuleana and we offer numerous opportunities for our employees to take part - whether it be volunteering for a fundraiser, attending a charity walk, or getting a match for your charitable contributions.

Why our Accountant I is Important:

Our Accounting & Finance Department monitors and maintains the Company's financial resources to maximize profitability. This role performs day-to-day operational duties, financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, and accounting research and analysis. In addition, our Accountant assists the team to ensure that all deliverables comply with company policies and accounting standards.

Essential Duties

Accountant Level I

• Review daily accounting transactions, including cash receipts and disbursements, for accuracy and adherence to company policies, ensuring timely review and processing of transactions.
• Prepare journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations, along with supporting work papers, for approval and postings.
• Review and analyze budget variances.
• Suggest process improvement initiatives and provide solutions to enhance current processes wherever possible, focusing on effective internal controls.
• Document/update accounting procedures and process standards.
• Support other internal teams and external partners with their accounting-related and operational needs.
• Participate in departmental/functional meetings and training programs. Utilize self-development tools and resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting (or comparable experience) and/or 2+ years in accounting using GAAP with statutory accounting procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, methods, theories, practices, and equipment including data processing programs and equipment.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures, including identifying and analyzing internal controls.
• Able to effectively communicate and build effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Enthusiastic learner with the desire and ability to learn and understand why you are doing things as opposed to merely following steps to complete.
• Can meet required timelines and deadlines.
• Collaborative and supportive team member. Works effectively with cross-functional team members within the company.
• High proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Organized and detail oriented.

Department - Finance & Accounting

Work Arrangement - In-Person, HEMIC Tower

Reports To - Director, Finance

Direct Reports - N/A

FLSA Status - Exempt Non-Exempt Job Class: 2-Prof

Approved By: clewis

Date Approved: 8/5/2025

Reviewed: N/A

NOTE: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualification of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add, revise or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of this position.