Seasoned Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant

NorthPoint Search Group; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper, Staff Accountant, or Accounting Assistant for an in-office role in Smyrna, Georgia. The position requires hands-on accounting work across the general ledger, AP/AR, and month-end close, with proficiency in QuickBooks.

The ideal candidate will understand debits and credits, maintain accurate financial records, and work well in a collaborative office environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting and QuickBooks.
• Ability to manage day-to-day transactional accounting and assist with month-end close.
• In-office role in Smyrna, GA; degree welcomed but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist with month-end closing activities.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Record journal entries accurately and handle debits/credits.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Work extensively within QuickBooks.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Debits and credits

Month-end close

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Accounting or finance degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant / Accounting Assistant

Who

A growing, established $10M company is seeking a seasoned accounting professional who can be degreed or non-degreed and brings strong hands-on accounting experience.

What

This role will handle general ledger accounting, month-end close, debits and credits, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other day-to-day accounting responsibilities using QuickBooks.

When

The company is interviewing immediately and is looking to hire as soon as possible.

Where

This is a fully in-office position in the Smyrna, Georgia 30080 area, ideally for candidates located within approximately 10 miles.

Why

This is an opportunity to join a stable and growing organization in a key accounting support role with excellent benefits.

Office Environment

This is a collaborative, professional, in-office environment where the accounting team works closely with the broader organization.

Salary

Approximately $60,000 annually, plus excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper, Staff Accountant, or Accounting Assistant with a strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and the ability to manage day-to-day transactional accounting as well as assist with month-end close. The ideal candidate understands how transactions flow through the general ledger, is comfortable with debits and credits, and has hands-on experience with QuickBooks. A college degree in accounting or finance is welcomed but not required. Practical accounting knowledge, accuracy, reliability, and relevant experience are more important than a specific educational background.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Assist with and perform month-end closing activities
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Accurately record journal entries and accounting transactions
• Apply a strong working knowledge of debits and credits
• Perform account and bank reconciliations
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Work extensively within QuickBooks
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping, staff accounting, accounting assistant, or similar hands-on accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting
• Solid understanding of debits and credits
• Experience with month-end close
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable experience
• QuickBooks experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Accounting or finance degree is a plus but not required
• Ability to work in-office in the Smyrna, Georgia area