Accounting Assistant
We are looking for a meticulous and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia. This long-term contract position offers a unique opportunity to work within the construction industry, blending in-office and remote work after the initial training period. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to expand their accounting expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process settlement statements within the Lawson system to ensure accurate tracking of revenue, inventory, and costs.<br>• Manage a designated number of home closings daily, gradually taking on more responsibilities as skills develop.<br>• Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to support the company’s financial processes.<br>• Reconcile bank statements to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.<br>• Accurately code invoices and maintain proper documentation for audit purposes.<br>• Work closely with team members to improve workflows and meet monthly financial goals.<br>• Utilize Excel for data analysis, including learning advanced features like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.<br>• Participate in ongoing training sessions to strengthen accounting knowledge and skills.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.<br>• Proficiency in bank reconciliation procedures to ensure accurate financial records.<br>• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar platforms.<br>• Ability to accurately code invoices and maintain organized financial records.<br>• Familiarity with Excel, including basic and advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.<br>• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to tasks.<br>• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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- Atlanta, GA
- onsite
- Temporary
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20.90 - 24.20 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a meticulous and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia. This long-term contract position offers a unique opportunity to work within the construction industry, blending in-office and remote work after the initial training period. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to expand their accounting expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process settlement statements within the Lawson system to ensure accurate tracking of revenue, inventory, and costs.<br>• Manage a designated number of home closings daily, gradually taking on more responsibilities as skills develop.<br>• Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to support the company’s financial processes.<br>• Reconcile bank statements to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.<br>• Accurately code invoices and maintain proper documentation for audit purposes.<br>• Work closely with team members to improve workflows and meet monthly financial goals.<br>• Utilize Excel for data analysis, including learning advanced features like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.<br>• Participate in ongoing training sessions to strengthen accounting knowledge and skills.
- 2025-10-28T16:48:42Z