General Ledger Accountant

Qualified Staffing; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vacation

Holiday pay

401(k)

Job summary

Qualified Staffing is hiring a temporary Accountant for our client in Macon, GA. The position focuses on general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and accurate reconciliations to support timely financial reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least 1 year of GL experience, with government experience preferred. Competitive hourly pay and standard weekday hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Minimum of 1 year of general ledger accounting experience.
• Government experience preferred.
• Experience with fund allocation and reconciliation.
• Experience with governmental reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the general ledger, posts entries, and prepares monthly journal vouchers.
• Performs account reconciliations and handles complex transactions.
• Conducts monthly bank and investment reconciliations and posts adjusting entries.
• Prepares reporting requests for governmental and external agencies.
• Assists auditors by providing data and reports for audits.
• Performs analysis of general ledger accounts.
• Reviews selected disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains effective working relationships with departments and the public.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

General ledger

Reconciliations

AP/AR knowledge

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Job description

Accountant – Temporary (General Ledger Accountant)

Qualified Staffing is hiring a temporary Accountant for our client in Macon, GA. Pay Rate: $22–23/hour, depending on experience. Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM. Open Positions: 1.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains the general ledger, prepares and posts entries, prepares monthly journal vouchers, reviews financial reports, and prepares year‑end closing.
• Performs reconciliation of accounts and complex transactions.
• Performs monthly bank and investment reconciliations and posts adjusting journal entries.
• Prepares reporting requests as required by governmental and other external agencies.
• Assists internal and external auditors by providing data and reports needed to complete audits.
• Performs analysis of general ledger accounts.
• Assists with review and processing of selected disbursements.
• Maintains effective working relationships with user departments, agencies, fellow employees, and members of the general public.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience in accounting; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Prior experience working with or for a government organization is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of general ledger accounting experience required.
• Experience with fund allocation and reconciliation required.
• Experience entering and maintaining transactions within the general ledger preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices, preferably governmental accounting.
• Ability to check, verify, and balance accounts to the general ledger.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to finance and accounting.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report preparation.
• Knowledge of a variety of operational concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and organize work; set priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with members of all levels within the organization.
• Skill in using personal computers and relevant office programs.
• Strong understanding of general ledger functions, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Ability to accurately enter, review, and maintain financial transactions within the general ledger.
• Ability to resolve problems in a timely, efficient, and effective manner.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Vacation
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)