Accounting Specialist I

CL 50b87bf7 a707 4753 9b15 a0da1643e54a; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Norfolk Airport Authority in Norfolk, VA seeks an Accounting Specialist I to manage invoice payments, AP/AR workflows, and journal entries, supporting accurate, timely financial records.

Working hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday; occasional weather-related reporting may be required. The role emphasizes detail, Excel proficiency, and the use of MS Business Central.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of two years accounting experience is required.
• Experience in governmental or fund accounting is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required.
• Ability to learn and use accounting software systems (e.g. MS Business Central or similar) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly reconciliations of bank statements and subsidiary ledgers.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation.
• Create internal monthly department reports.
• Process deposits and receipts from customer payments.
• Maintain vendor and customer contract database.
• Process finance department purchase orders.
• Receive and process finance department mail.
• Provide backup to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable accountants including issuing customer invoices and processing vendor invoices.
• Prepare annual 1099 forms and assist in the preparation of required department reports.
• Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
• Administer and adhere to all Authority policies and guidelines.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Customer service

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Business Central

Job 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 I

Shift Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. May be required to report to work during inclement weather.

Salary Range: $28.3289 - $39.9183 PER HOUR / $58,924.0437 - $83,030.1577 ANNUAL

CLOSING DATE: This job announcement will be open until filled.

Norfolk International Airport is the aviation gateway to Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, including the Outer Banks. It has enjoyed four consecutive years of record traffic with nearly 4.9 million passengers in 2025. 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: This position is 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 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. Assist with monthly reconciliations of bank statements and subsidiary ledgers.
2. Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation.
3. Create internal monthly department reports.
4. Process deposits and receipts from customer payments.
5. Maintain vendor and customer contract database.
6. Process finance department purchase orders.
7. Receive and process finance department mail.
8. Provide backup to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable accountants including issuing customer invoices and processing vendor invoices.
9. Prepare annual 1099 forms and assist in the preparation of required department reports.
10. Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
11. 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 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. Ability to learn and use accounting software systems (e.g. MS Business Central or similar)

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum of two years’ accounting experience.
2. Experience in governmental or fund accounting, preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities.
2. Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and other pre-employment requirements.

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 depend, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitations.

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, sex, 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.

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