Accountant, Bookkeeper

Better Place Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

403(b)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Better Place Construction is seeking an Accountant/Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records, run daily bookkeeping, and support financial health using QuickBooks, Excel, and other systems. This in-person role requires meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to data entry and reconciliation.

You will manage AP/AR, prepare month-end close, perform balance sheet reconciliations, generate reports, and ensure GAAP/SOX compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with multiple accounting systems including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, UltiPro, Kronos, ADP or similar.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and governmental accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and spreadsheet management.
• Familiarity with debits & credits, journal entries, double-entry bookkeeping, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Ability to perform detailed account analysis and maintain high data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping activities, including data entry, journal entries, and account reconciliation using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or PeopleSoft.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections while maintaining accuracy.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliation and general ledger accounting to verify the integrity of financial data.
• Prepare financial reports, including bank reconciliations, month-end close procedures, and financial analysis using Excel data analysis techniques.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act), and governmental accounting standards.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while managing sensitive financial data securely.
• Support budgeting, credit analysis, and account analysis activities to provide insights into financial performance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

Financial reporting

Excel data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

PeopleSoft

Ceridian

UltiPro

Kronos

ADP

Excel

Job description

Overview Join our dynamic finance team as an Accountant/Bookkeeper, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your expertise in accounting systems, financial software, and data analysis to support our organization’s financial health. We are looking for a detail-oriented, energetic professional passionate about delivering precise bookkeeping and accounting functions that drive informed decision-making and operational excellence. Duties

• Manage daily bookkeeping activities, including data entry, journal entries, and account reconciliation using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or PeopleSoft.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections while maintaining accuracy.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliation and general ledger accounting to verify the integrity of financial data.
• Prepare financial reports, including bank reconciliations, month-end close procedures, and financial analysis using Excel data analysis techniques.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act), and governmental accounting standards.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while managing sensitive financial data securely.
• Support budgeting, credit analysis, and account analysis activities to provide insights into financial performance.
• Skills
• Extensive experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, UltiPro, Kronos, ADP or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles and governmental accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel for data analysis and spreadsheet management.
• Familiarity with financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, double entry bookkeeping, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Ability to perform detailed account analysis and account reconciliation efficiently.
• Excellent numeracy skills combined with strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and account management.
• Experience with technical accounting tasks such as SOX compliance and working within various payroll or HRIS systems like Workday or Paychex is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. This role is ideal for a motivated individual eager to contribute their accounting expertise within a collaborative team environment that values precision, transparency, and continuous improvement. If you thrive on detailed work that impacts organizational success positively—

Pay

$35.00 - $42.56 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance Work Location: In person