Accounting Specialist

Actalent; Crestview (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering service provider in Crestview, FL is seeking an Accounting Specialist to manage travel expenses, accounts payable, and vendor relations. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in a government contracting background and be proficient in Deltek Costpoint. The role allows for hybrid work after onboarding, providing flexibility and diverse benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable and travel reimbursement within a government contracting environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Deltek Costpoint, including Time & Expense and Enterprise Reporting modules.
• Solid understanding of Cost Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Onboard employees regarding travel expense policies and reimbursement procedures.
• Act as the Deltek Travel & Expense Module Administrator.
• Process employee expense reports in Costpoint.
• Maintain and update Per Diem Rates.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Deltek Costpoint proficiency

Cost accounting understanding

Office environment adaptability

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Specialist to support our finance operations with a focus on travel and expense management, accounts payable, and vendor relations. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, company policies, and government contracting standards. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Deltek Costpoint, particularly in managing travel reimbursements and AP processes, and will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for onboarding employees regarding travel expense policies and reimbursement procedures.
• Act as the Deltek Travel & Expense Module Administrator, ensuring smooth operation and user support.
• Manage company-approved auto rental agreements and assist traveling employees with rental-related concerns.
• Review and process employee expense reports in Costpoint, auditing attachments and approving reimbursements for weekly disbursement.
• Maintain and update Per Diem Rates within the Costpoint system.
• Set up new vendors, including collection and verification of ACH banking details.
• Issue manual checks through both Costpoint and banking systems when necessary.
• Conduct weekly ACH check runs and ensure all supporting documentation is filed electronically.
• Provide guidance to employees on Costpoint-related expense report inquiries.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships, manage vendor master data, and prepare annual 1099 filings.
• Prepare and submit Property Tax Returns and Sales & Use Tax Returns as required.
• Enter and post AP vouchers, ensuring accurate documentation and classification in Costpoint.
• Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and coordinate weekly ACH payments.
• Assign appropriate account codes to invoices and bank transactions in accordance with internal controls and approvals.
• Organize and maintain digital records for AP, travel expenses, and credit card transactions.
• Prepare various accounting entries including accruals, journal corrections, and voucher reclassifications.
• Collaborate with project managers, treasury, audit, and other departments to support financial operations.
• Perform ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and other duties.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable and travel reimbursement within a government contracting environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Deltek Costpoint, including Time & Expense and Enterprise Reporting modules.
• Solid understanding of Cost Accounting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general ledger, bookkeeping, and reconciliation.
• Proficiency in managing expenses.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office environment located in Niceville, FL. The role offers hybrid flexibility once the candidate is up to speed, requiring presence in the office for three days a week.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $28.00 - $33.00/hr.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

Hybrid position in Crestview, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please email [e-mail].