JAXairport is hiring: Accountant in Jacksonville

Job Location: JAA - Jacksonville Aviation Authority - Jacksonville, FL

Salary Range: $56,612.79 - $73,279.96 per year

Job Category: Accounting

The Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) welcomes applications for an entry-level Accountant in Accounts Receivable (AR) through midnight on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

Please note that our selection process will include a basic accounting skills test.

Job Summary

The accountant’s role is a professional level accounting position tasked with maintaining accounting and finance records. The position requires the understanding and application of theories, principles and practices of accounting and financial management primarily in the account receivable area. These abilities may be gained through a combination of education, training and experience. Communications require courtesy, tact and effectiveness in dealing with others, and include contacts with those requesting information or seeking clarification. Daily responsibilities include transactional recording of accounts receivable, and the general ledger. Most of the work is standardized, and tasks are governed by departmental and generally accepted accounting procedures; however, the accountant has the latitude to consider which of the many procedures or standards should be followed and in what sequence. This requires the use of professional judgment in the search for and application of solutions to accounting and procedural questions. Work is performed in an office environment. The position will operate a computer using word processing, spreadsheets, databases and various accounting software. Further responsibilities include planning, organizing and prioritizing all work tasks. Work product will be reviewed in terms of quality, volume, timeliness and adherence to established methods, standards and policies.

Essential Functions

• Administer cash management applications, including matching invoices and payments.
• Research and resolve customer payment mismatches and discrepancies.
• Prepare and generate accounts receivable invoices, including late fee invoices.
• Update customer sureties and processes customer deposit refunds.
• Review credit card chargebacks and perform bank statement reconciliations.
• Update customer payment information, including ACH and credit card details on file.
• Respond to inquiries from other Authority departments.
• Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and record journal entries.
• Assist with the collection process by generating dunning letters.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of principles involved in billing and the maintenance of collection records.
• Knowledge of MS Office and accounting software, primarily Excel.
• Skill in making and verifying mathematical calculations.
• Skill in maintaining accounting and fiscal records.
• Ability to analyze semi-complex accounting records.
• Ability to multi-task as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others within the team and across departments.
• Ability to consistently apply internal controls and policies.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance AND
• 1 year of experience in Accounting or Finance, OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Experience

• Public Sector

Licenses & Certifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Physical Demands

The physical demands consist of moving from one work location to another, sitting or standing at a workstation for extended periods of time and may involve lifting objects weighing up to 15 pounds.

Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.