USVI - Purchasing Accounting Officer in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, U.S. at Avports LLC

Support Procurement, Accounting, and Vendor Management Across USVI Airport Operations

Play a key role in supporting the future of airport operations in the U.S. Virgin Islands as a Purchasing Accounting Officer with Avports.

As STT and STX transition under a public-private partnership (P3) operating model, this position offers a unique opportunity to support procurement, vendor management, purchasing compliance, and accounting operations that help keep two growing airport environments operating efficiently and effectively.

The Purchasing Accounting Officer serves as an important member of the finance and administration team, supporting purchasing activities, vendor relationships, invoice processing, contract administration, and financial controls while ensuring compliance with applicable company policies and procurement requirements.

The Opportunity

As a Purchasing Accounting Officer supporting both Cyril E. King Airport (STT) and Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX), you will work closely with airport leadership, operational departments, vendors, contractors, and finance personnel to support procurement and accounting activities critical to airport operations.

This role provides the opportunity to participate in purchasing strategy, vendor management, contract administration, invoice preparation, financial reporting, and procurement compliance activities that help support operational readiness and organizational success across both airport locations.

You will play an integral role in maintaining strong financial controls, supporting efficient procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring accurate purchasing and accounting records while supporting the long-term vision of Avports and its USVI airport partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage RFQs, RFPs, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, approvals, vendor records, and procurement documentation.
• Source, evaluate, negotiate with, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, competitive pricing, timely delivery, and strong vendor performance.
• Support monthly invoice preparation, procurement reporting, budget tracking, audits, and financial recordkeeping activities.
• Review contracts, purchasing agreements, and procurement transactions to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and established purchasing procedures.
• Coordinate with airport departments to forecast purchasing needs, support inventory management, and develop cost-effective procurement strategies.
• Track procurement metrics, cost savings initiatives, supplier performance, and purchasing trends to support operational decision-making.
• Resolve purchasing, billing, delivery, and vendor-related issues while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and airport partners to support efficient procurement and financial operations.

What You Bring

• Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing, vendor management, and accounting principles.
• Ability to analyze data, manage multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational, reporting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to interpret purchasing policies, contractual requirements, and financial information.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, accountability, compliance, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, ora related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, accounting, or related business operations.
• Knowledge of procurement practices, vendor management, purchasing controls, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with procurement or financial management software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Professional certification such as Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or similar designation preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport security credentials, as applicable.
• Successfully pass required background investigations and maintain a valid driver's license.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license required; must pass required background and driving record checks.
• Ability to work across STT and STX airport locations.
• Ability to prepare and interpret reports, correspondence, contracts, purchasing documents, and technical information.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and ability to analyze purchasing and financial data.
• Ability to support inventory reviews, delivery inspections, and occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.
• Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive business, financial, vendor, and operational information.

Work Environment

• Support operations at two active commercial service airports operating in dynamic and highly regulated environments.
• Work closely with airport leadership, finance personnel, operational departments, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Travel between STT and STX as business needs require.
• Perform occasional field visits, inventory reviews, and delivery inspections.
• Support procurement and accounting activities in a fast-paced environment requiring strong organizational skills, adaptability, and attention to detail.

Why Join Avports

• Join a trusted, growing aviation company.
• Support airport procurement, accounting, and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with internal departments, vendors, and airport stakeholders.
• Contribute to strong financial controls, compliance, and vendor relationships.
• Grow your expertise in a dynamic airport environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Avports offers a competitive compensation package designed to reward performance and support overall well-being, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match to support long-term financial goals
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and additional benefits
• Short- and long-term disability coverage for added security
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Apply Today

If you are a detail-oriented procurement, purchasing, or accounting professional looking to support airport operations in a dynamic aviation environment, we encourage you to apply.

Avports is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable federal and U.S. Virgin Islands law.