Accounting Systems Specialist

Kimley-Horn; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan matching

Health, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & flexible scheduling

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

New parent leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn in Cary, NC is seeking an Accounting Systems Specialist to support and administer the firm’s accounting applications, including Deltek Costpoint and Concur PRPO-Invoice-Expense. The role collaborates with regional and corporate teams to ensure accurate cash application and efficient system processes.

This in-office position requires 1+ years of accounting exposure, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of relevant accounting experience or coursework.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• High degree of professionalism and strong people skills.
• Excellent team player.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a deadline driven environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming payments to ensure proper cash application.
• Preparing for and scheduling of accounting system processes.
• Provide coverage to the accounting helpdesk.
• Day-to-day maintenance and administration support for applications.
• Test enhancements, updates, and system changes to the current applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve users’ technical issues.
• Update processing checklists and procedures to adapt to changes.
• Assist with client set up and maintenance.
• Training and supporting newer team members.

Skills

Microsoft Office

People skills

Team player

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Concur PRPO-Invoice-Expense

Job description

Overview

The Accounting Systems Specialist role will be part of the corporate Processing team which manages the firm’s accounting system and processes. This position will support and collaborate with regional accounting teams, corporate teams, and other Kimley-Horn offices throughout the country. Responsibilities include monitoring, maintaining, and providing various levels of support for the company’s business applications, which include Deltek Costpoint, Concur PRPO-Invoice-Expense, and other in-house developed applications, among others. We are looking for a customer-service focused individual who can effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

This is an in-office opportunity at our Cary Office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming payments to ensure proper cash application
• Preparing for and scheduling of accounting system processes
• Provide coverage to the accounting helpdesk
• Day-to-day maintenance and administration support for applications
• Test enhancements, updates, and system changes to the current applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve users’ technical issues
• Update processing checklists and procedures to adapt to changes
• Assist with client set up and maintenance
• Training and supporting newer team members

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of relevant accounting experience or coursework
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• High degree of professionalism and strong people skills
• Excellent team player
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a deadline driven environment
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2‑to‑1‑ company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit‑sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance‑based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.