Accountant-Assistant

Migway, Inc; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TriNet Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This full-time, in-office role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, supporting month-end activities, and assisting with AP, AR, inventory, payroll, and reconciliations.

You will work with QuickBooks and other systems, reconcile accounts, review invoices, and help prepare documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard computer applications.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions.
• Calculate and process driver payroll accurately and on a timely basis.
• Record and review accounting transactions in QuickBooks and other systems.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, AP, AR, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain accurate inventory and financial records.
• Review invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper coding.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices, payments, receipts, payroll, and financial records.
• Assist with month-end closing activities.
• Maintain organized accounting files and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation.
• Support the accounting team with account analysis and other accounting projects as needed.
• Work with other departments to obtain and verify documentation needed for accounting and payroll transactions.
• Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and properly supported.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

General accounting software

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our accounting team and support the company’s day-to-day accounting operations. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, supporting month-end activities, and assisting with AP, AR, inventory, payroll, and account reconciliations in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, in-office position at our Charlotte, NC office; remote work is not available.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and keeping financial records clean, complete, and well-documented.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions
• Calculate and process driver payroll accurately and on a timely basis
• Record and review accounting transactions in QuickBooks and other systems
• Reconcile bank, credit card, AP, AR, and other balance sheet accounts
• Maintain accurate inventory and financial records
• Review invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper coding
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices, payments, receipts, payroll, and financial records
• Assist with month-end closing activities
• Maintain organized accounting files and supporting documentation
• Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation
• Support the accounting team with account analysis and other accounting projects as needed
• Work with other departments to obtain and verify documentation needed for accounting and payroll transactions
• Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and properly supported

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard computer applications
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with QuickBooks
• Previous experience in the transportation or trucking industry
• Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Experience with driver payroll or transportation payroll
• Experience with AP, AR, account reconciliations, and month-end closing

Location

This position is 100% on-site at our office in Charlotte, NC. Candidates must be able to commute to the office daily. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available for this role.

Compensation

$40,000 – $50,000 per year, depending on experience.

This position offers an opportunity to grow within the accounting team and take on additional responsibilities as experience and performance develop.