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12 results for Entry Level Accountant in Birmingham, AL

Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations for a small, closely held business in Birmingham. This position supports month-end close and financial reporting, helps establish and improve accounting policies and procedures, and provides oversight of transactional accounting performed by administrative staff. The role offers strong visibility to ownership and represents a clear path to advancement into a Controller or CFO position within the next 2–3 years.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assist with month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis</li><li>Familiarity with financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Oversee and review accounting entries prepared by administrative or clerical staff to ensure accuracy and consistency</li><li>Help develop, document, and improve accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Track daily cash balances and support cash flow visibility for ownership</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate general ledger activity</li><li>Partner with ownership and leadership on financial reporting and process improvement initiatives</li></ul><p>Why This Role</p><ul><li>Family-oriented, close-knit work environment</li><li>High degree of flexibility and visibility to ownership</li><li>Opportunity to help build and formalize accounting processes</li><li>Clear path to promotion into a Controller or CFO role within 2–3 years</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, apply now or contact Bryan Rushing with Robert Half, Birmingham AL.</p>
  • 2026-01-10T03:23:38Z
Accounting Manager
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our client's team in Birmingham, Alabama. This contract position with the potential for permanent employment offers an excellent opportunity to oversee financial operations in a dynamic construction environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fixed asset accounting, general ledger management, and team leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.</p><p>• Conduct financial statement audits, providing necessary data and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Supervise account reconciliation processes to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Manage fixed asset accounting, including tracking and reporting asset activities.</p><p>• Provide leadership and direction to the accounting team, fostering collaboration and efficiency.</p><p>• Develop and implement accounting procedures to enhance operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Monitor financial performance and provide insights to support business decisions.</p>
  • 2026-01-09T16:38:41Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in general accounting practices, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform month-end close procedures, ensuring accuracy and completing tasks within the close period.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining detailed records and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheets and bank accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation and filing of tax documents, adhering to all regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide insights for budgeting and forecasting.</p><p>• Utilize Excel extensively for financial reporting and data analysis, working with complex spreadsheets.</p><p>• Collaborate with the team on general ledger management and ensure proper coding of transactions.</p><p>• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including potential software transitions and process optimizations.</p>
  • 2026-01-30T19:58:53Z
Fixed Asset Accounting Manager
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Fixed Asset Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations for a company based in Birmingham, Alabama. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in fixed asset accounting, general ledger management, and team leadership, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with company standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the fixed asset accounting process, including tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.</p><p>• Lead month-end close procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.</p><p>• Supervise general ledger activities and ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Oversee financial statement audits, collaborating with external auditors to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze financial data, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.</p><p>• Guide and mentor the accounting team, encouraging attention to detail and collaboration.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal controls.</p><p>• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align accounting practices with organizational goals.</p>
  • 2026-01-30T19:53:40Z
Staff Accountant
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 56000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. This position offers a dynamic environment with exposure to various accounting systems and processes, providing opportunities for growth and skill development. As part of a collaborative accounting team, you will play a critical role in managing financial activities and supporting acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle monthly accounting tasks for newly acquired companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with accounting teams from acquired companies to streamline financial processes.</p><p>• Generate and review reports for month-end close activities.</p><p>• Conduct account reconciliations using Blackline, ensuring data integrity and clarity.</p><p>• Participate in cleanup and review activities to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Assist in preparing and analyzing financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.</p><p>• Perform variance analyses and analytical reviews for assigned general ledger accounts.</p><p>• Complete journal entries and other tasks related to month-end close.</p><p>• Support ad hoc financial projects as needed.</p>
  • 2026-01-30T19:58:53Z
Staff Accountant
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are partnering with our client in Homewood, Alabama to hire a Staff Accountant who will support tax and bookkeeping engagements through accurate data entry, effective client communication, and strong follow-through on assigned tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and enter client tax information into specialized software with precision.</p><p>• Assist in the creation of individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns under managerial supervision.</p><p>• Perform bookkeeping tasks such as bank reconciliations and financial report generation using QuickBooks or similar platforms.</p><p>• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation for client accounts.</p><p>• Meet project deadlines and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks, adhering to company standards.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients to address pending items and escalate unresolved issues promptly.</p><p>• Participate in firm training programs to gain proficiency in tax and bookkeeping processes and tools.</p><p>• Take ownership of assignments and gradually manage a small portfolio of clients.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to uphold a positive and detail-oriented work environment.</p><p>• Demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement through feedback and skill development.</p>
  • 2026-01-02T17:19:16Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 45000.00 - 50000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. In this role, you will manage high-volume payables, assist with rent collections, and contribute to streamlining accounting processes. This position offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to advance into a Staff Accountant role.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently.<br>• Manage accounts receivable tasks, including rent collections from internal sources.<br>• Evaluate and implement improvements to streamline accounting processes and systems.<br>• Collaborate with different entities to integrate software solutions for enhanced efficiency.<br>• Handle coding and processing of invoices with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Conduct check runs and ensure timely payments to vendors.<br>• Maintain accurate financial records across multiple sister companies and entities.<br>• Work closely with outsourced accounting firms to manage investor relationships.<br>• Assist with system evaluations to optimize internal workflows.<br>• Support the team in achieving organizational accounting goals.
  • 2026-01-22T21:49:05Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Birmingham, AL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. In this contract to hire position, you will play a key role in managing invoice processing and ensuring accurate financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills and a background in accounts payable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices accurately and efficiently, utilizing both 2-way and 3-way matching procedures.</p><p>• Identify and resolve any discrepancies related to invoice processing in a timely manner.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle software to manage accounts payable tasks and maintain financial records.</p><p>• Support light accounts receivable tasks as needed to assist the team.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards during all financial transactions.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation to support audits and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements by identifying opportunities for increased efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-01-27T21:38:40Z
Sr. Auditor
  • Birmingham, AL
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Senior Auditor to join our team in Alabama. This role involves conducting tax and regulatory reviews, identifying revenue discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with state and local tax laws. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a background in accounting or auditing with a focus on attention to detail. This position offers hybrid or remote flexibility. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Examine taxpayer financial records to verify compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.</p><p>• Conduct research to identify examination leads and schedule appointments with taxpayers.</p><p>• Prepare for audits by analyzing tax returns, prior reports, and other relevant data.</p><p>• Meet with taxpayers to explain procedures, answer questions, and collect necessary information.</p><p>• Analyze business and financial records to identify discrepancies and compute tax assessments.</p><p>• Document findings, prepare supporting papers for adjustments, and discuss results with taxpayers or their representatives.</p><p>• Conduct closing conferences with taxpayers to review audit findings and secure agreement on proposed changes.</p><p>• Travel as required to perform audits and complete assigned tasks.</p><p>• Stay up-to-date on tax laws to enhance expertise and ensure accurate audits.</p>
  • 2026-01-14T20:49:21Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Irondale, AL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 22.16 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team <strong>ONSITE </strong>in<strong> Irondale, Alabama</strong>. This role involves managing essential accounts payable functions such as invoice processing, account coding, and check runs. As a <strong>Contract to possible permanent</strong> <strong>position</strong>, this opportunity offers the potential for long-term growth within the steel manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative and detail-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Perform account coding for expenses and transactions to maintain organized financial records.</p><p>• Execute check runs and Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments promptly and accurately.</p><p>• Utilize Excel to create pivot tables and analyze data for reporting purposes.</p><p>• Assist with data entry tasks related to accounts payable operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with the AP manager and team to address discrepancies or inquiries.</p><p>• Maintain vendor account information and ensure timely expense report processing.</p><p>• Operate within Deltek and Concur systems to manage financial workflows.</p><p>• Support the accounting team with additional tasks as needed.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal controls and procedures for financial operations.</p>
  • 2026-01-23T22:58:53Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Cottondale, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 68000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a dynamic team in Cottondale, Alabama. In this role, you will contribute to the financial operations of a construction-focused organization, ensuring accuracy in billing processes and maintaining compliance with industry standards. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with project teams and manage critical accounts receivable functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Generate and submit detailed progress invoices, including G702/G703 forms, percent-complete billing, and time & materials invoices, to contractors and project owners.<br>• Monitor retainage amounts, update schedules of values, and coordinate with project managers to reconcile changes in work orders.<br>• Prepare and process both conditional and unconditional lien waivers, while adhering to notification requirements.<br>• Record incoming payments through various methods, such as wire transfers, checks, and credit cards, ensuring daily cash receipts are balanced.<br>• Reconcile accounts to ensure accurate receivable balances, and work with internal teams to address and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Manage collection efforts in adherence to company policies and applicable regulations.<br>• Maintain detailed and organized records of billing transactions, payments, and communication related to accounts receivable.<br>• Assist with month-end closing activities, including driving billing processes and compiling bad debt analyses.<br>• Address and resolve billing issues related to client accounts or specific projects, as needed.
  • 2026-01-22T17:13:55Z
CFO
  • Northport, AL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 180000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team in Northport, Alabama. This leadership role will oversee financial operations, ensure sound fiscal management, and guide strategic planning for our growing organization. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in construction industry accounting and a proven ability to drive operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the evaluation of project profitability and provide actionable insights to improve financial outcomes.<br>• Develop and oversee financial strategies, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.<br>• Ensure compliance and accuracy in tax filings for LLCs and other entities, including quarterly updates.<br>• Strengthen and streamline current financial processes to ensure efficiency and scalability.<br>• Supervise payroll operations and monitor construction-related financial activities.<br>• Collaborate with department heads and project administrators to enhance operational performance.<br>• Oversee financial reporting to support decision-making and ensure transparency.<br>• Provide leadership and mentorship to the financial team, fostering growth and development.<br>• Visit job sites to understand project dynamics and ensure alignment with financial objectives.<br>• Utilize Sage Intacct and other software tools to maintain accurate financial records and reporting systems.
  • 2026-01-30T19:58:53Z