Accountant

GHJ; Columbus (GA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

GHJ is seeking an experienced Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting in Columbus, GA. The role offers exposure to general ledger, month-end close, financial statements, reconciliations, and AP/AR processes within a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, Excel proficiency, and attention to detail. Real estate accounting experience is a plus and contribution to process improvements is encouraged.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP and general ledger knowledge.
• Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software.
• Real estate accounting experience is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payment processing.
• Research accounting discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.
• Analyze financial activity and assist with variance reporting.
• Support audit preparation, tax documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.

Kenntnisse

GAAP knowledge

GL accounting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Excel skills

Property accounting

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Property management software

Jobbeschreibung

A growing organization is seeking an experienced Accountant to support its day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys variety, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to contribute to a collaborative team while expanding their accounting expertise.

The Accountant will support general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial statement preparation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations. This role offers broad exposure to accounting functions and the opportunity to help strengthen financial processes and reporting accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and other account reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payment processing.
• Research accounting discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.
• Analyze financial activity and assist with variance reporting.
• Support audit preparation, tax documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, general ledger accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Experience with property management or real estate accounting is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to gain broad experience across multiple accounting functions.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements.
• Opportunity to strengthen technical accounting skills and take on additional responsibilities.

$65,000 - $73,000 a year

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