Staff Accountant

Greenville Chamber; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greenville Chamber of Commerce is seeking an Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting with a primary focus on accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and internal reporting.

The role covers grant reporting, budgeting and forecasting, month-end and year-end close, and annual audit support, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timely financial analysis in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Experience as Staff Accountant, Full Charge Bookkeeper, or in a comparable role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger Transaction Posting: Maintain the general ledger by recording financial transactions and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee the full accounts payable and receivable cycle, including invoicing, payments, and reconciliation.
• Grant Reporting Support: Assist with document preparation and ensure compliance with all grant requirements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in budget preparation, financial forecasting, and financial analysis as needed.
• Month-End and Year-End Close: Ensure all assigned accounts are reconciled and closed properly at month-end and year-end.
• Annual Audit Support: Assist with the annual audit process, including preparing supporting documentation, reconciling accounts, and responding to audit requests as needed.
• Other Duties: Assist with ad-hoc financial tasks and reporting as needed.

Skills

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Accounting Principles

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Job description

The Greenville Chamber of Commerce is looking for an Accountant who will be involved in the day-to-day accounting and financial record-keeping with a primary focus on managing accounts payable/receivable, account reconciliations, and specific internal reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Ledger Transaction Posting:Maintain the general ledger by recording financial transactions and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable:Oversee the full accounts payable and receivable cycle, including invoicing, payments, and reconciliation.
• Grant Reporting Support:Assist with document preparation and ensure compliance with all grant requirements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:Assist in budget preparation, financial forecasting, and financial analysis as needed.
• Month-End and Year-End Close:Ensure all assigned accounts are reconciled and closed properly at month-end and year-end.
• Annual Audit Support: Assist with the annual audit process, including preparing supporting documentation, reconciling accounts, and responding to audit requests as needed.
• Other Duties:Assist with ad-hoc financial tasks and reporting as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Proven experience as a Staff Accountant, Full Charge Bookkeeper or in a comparable role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proficiency in Quickbooks Online and Excel.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The Greenville Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, service member status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, and local laws.