Accountant I

AFFLINK | A PFG Company; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AFFLINK | A PFG Company is seeking an entry-level to early-career Accountant to perform routine accounting functions and assist with month-end closing in our Tuscaloosa facility. The role requires accuracy in reconciling accounts and processing payments in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with the Accounting Manager and accounting team to ensure proper recording of transactions and timely financial documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and balance accounts.
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded and reconciled at month end.
• Prepare journal entries as needed.
• Prepare month end account reconciliations.
• Apply payments received daily for delegated departments.
• Cash Sheet and lockbox duties: download lockbox, load cash sheet, process scanned images.
• Perform additional assigned duties as directed by Accounting Manager or Director of Accounting.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Task prioritization

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

Performs accounting functions including reconciling and balancing accounts, applying payments and account reconciliations. This position interacts with the Accounting Manager, other accounting department personnel, and all AFFLINK associates.

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs accounting functions including reconciling and balancing accounts, applying payments and account reconciliations. This position interacts with the Accounting Manager, other accounting department personnel, and all AFFLINK associates.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Reconcile and balance accounts
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded and reconciled at month end.
• Prepares journal entries as deemed necessary in accounts for which responsibility has been delegated.
• Prepare month end account reconciliations
• Apply payments received each day for departments which responsibility has been delegated.
• Cash Sheet and lockbox backup duties include downloading the lockbox, loading cash sheet with deposit information, and processing images in the scanner.
• Performs additional assigned duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager, Director of Accounting or other management.

Required Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience - Required Experience: 1-3 years of accounting experience