Accounts Payable Specialist

HKS INC; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS Dallas is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. You will support the accounts payable process, enter and classify transactions, and help maintain accurate financial records.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills are essential as you collaborate with team members and assist with month-end activities. The role requires an associate degree in accounting or finance and typically 0-2 years of experience, with proficiency in MS Office and

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• Typically 0-2 years of experience.
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Deltek Vision experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records by classifying and recording data.
• Enter data into databases and perform backups as requested.
• Respond to payment inquiries via email.
• Assist with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing.
• Follow monthly checklists and ensure accuracy of postings.
• Collaborate with team to meet deadlines with quality results.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Deltek Vision

Job description

Overview

Overview: HKS Dallas is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. Supports accounts payable team using a wide range of developing professional skills. Assists in computing, classifying and recording accounts payable transactions to ensure the records of the organization are accurate. Strong communication skills and attention to detail. Eager to learn, highly organized and willing to contribute creatively to the team.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accounting records by computing, classifying and recording numerical data for consultant entry, UK trade entry and imported US trade entry to keep financial records complete as assigned under direction
• Maintains accounting databases by entering assigned data into the computer; processing backups as requested
• Emails responses to payment inquiry and information requests
• May assist with G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, other ad hoc projects
• Performs tasks detailed in the monthly check list review
• May check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by team

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Typically with 0-2 years of experience
• Experience in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook and Word
• Experience in Deltek Vision preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to hold sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and integrity
• Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and apply appropriate solutions
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

EEO & Diversity

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Company Culture

HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart.

Accommodation

HKS, Inc. provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.