Accounting Clerk

The Gainesville Times; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Market Media is seeking an Accounting Clerk to provide essential support in accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger tasks at The Times in Gainesville. This full-time position emphasizes accuracy and organization in financial record keeping and processing transactions, contributing to a vibrant local media environment.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Friendly local team environment

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of accounting principles preferred.
• Experience in publishing or subscription-based business is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payments for vendors.
• Assist with journal entries and general ledger updates.
• Support monthly close and financial reporting.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Diligence in data entry

Communication

Basic math skills

MS Excel

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Accounting software

Acumatica

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: HMM The Times - Gainesville, GA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Accounting Clerk

Metro Market Media – Northeast Georgia

Location:The Times, Gainesville, GA

Metro Market Media, a leader in local media and marketing solutions, is committed to helping our communities thrive. With a portfolio thatincludes The Times of Gainesville, Forsyth County News, Dawson County News, specialty publications, and the much-anticipated “Best of” awards and events, we also provide cutting-edge digital marketing services through Metro Market Media Agency.

Job Summary:

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing accounting support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting billing and reporting functions.

What You'll Be Doing

• Process invoices and payments for vendors and advertising partners

• Prepare and issue invoices to advertisers and subscribers

• Post daily transactions and assist with bank and account reconciliations

• Maintain organized records of financial documents and billing data

• Support monthly close and assist in generating financial reports

• Coordinate with advertising, circulation, and other departments to resolve discrepancies

• Assist with journal entries and general ledger updates as needed

You're Likely a Match if You Have

Knowledge and Experience:

• Associate's degree or equivalent work experience

• Basic understanding of accounting principles preferred

Nice to Have:

• Experience in publishing, media, or a subscription-based business

• Familiarity with ad billing or circulation systems

• Experience with Acumatica

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping

• Diligence and accuracy in data entry

• Demonstrate basic clerical and filing skills

• Demonstrate basic math and computation skills

• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Ability to operate ten-keys adding machine, and copier

• Ability to follow instructions and to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Full-time, on-site role withweekday hours

• Competitive hourly wage

• Health and dental benefits

• Paid time off and holidays

• A friendly, local team environment where your work makes a real impact

Qualifications