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12 results for Accounting Assistant in Cleveland, TN

Accounting Clerk
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Accounting Clerk needed to join a thriving Chattanooga area company. This role is an onsite position with great growth potential! They are looking for a person general accounting experience that is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Does this sound like you? Apply today!</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Prepare and maintain financial records, invoices, and reports</li><li>Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes</li><li>Enter data into accounting systems with high accuracy</li><li>Maintain organized and up-to-date filing systems (digital and physical)</li><li>Communicate with vendors and customers regarding billing issues</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing accounting and reporting support to a busy and growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Sage software, advanced reporting capabilities, and proficiency in Excel. *This is an onsite position in Chattanooga*</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.</p><p>• Utilize Sage software to perform financial reporting and data analysis.</p><p>• Develop and maintain detailed reports using advanced Excel functions.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support audits and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and systems.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry level accounting staff.</p><p>• Research and resolve any discrepancies in financial records.</p><p> </p><p>This is an immediate opportunity, so please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information TODAY!</p>
  • 2026-03-31T00:00:00Z
Executive Assistant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 20 - 24 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Executive Assistant to the CEO</strong></p><p><em>Non-Profit Educational Organization | Contract-to-Hire Opportunity</em></p><p>Are you a proactive, detail-driven Executive Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment? We are partnering with a respected non-profit educational organization seeking a highly organized and intuitive professional to support their dynamic CEO.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role at the executive level—serving as a true right hand to a leader deeply engaged in community impact, board relations, and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>As the Executive Assistant to the CEO, you will be the backbone of daily operations—managing complex scheduling, coordinating high-level meetings, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. The CEO moves quickly and is deeply involved in both internal leadership and external community work, so your ability to anticipate needs and stay one step ahead will be key to success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage a high-volume, ever-changing calendar with precision and foresight</li><li>Coordinate complex travel arrangements, itineraries, and expense reporting</li><li>Prepare and organize materials for executive and board-level meetings, including presentations and reports</li><li>Attend meetings and take detailed, accurate notes; distribute clear and timely meeting minutes</li><li>Draft memos, correspondence, and internal communications on behalf of the CEO</li><li>Support Chief of Staff meetings (approximately 4 per week) and other senior leadership meetings</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive information</li><li>Track and assist with reporting in Excel and other systems</li><li>Serve as a liaison with internal teams, board members, and external stakeholders, including foundations</li></ul><p><strong>What Makes You a Great Fit</strong></p><ul><li>Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities seamlessly</li><li>Strong note-taking and documentation skills—you capture details others might miss</li><li>Highly proactive with the ability to anticipate needs and think several steps ahead</li><li>Poised, professional, and comfortable supporting a high-level executive in a fast-moving environment</li><li>Detail-oriented with a “get it right the first time” mindset—especially with travel and logistics</li><li>Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with an inspiring CEO making a meaningful impact in the community</li><li>Gain exposure to board-level operations and strategic initiatives</li><li>Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven organization</li><li>Opportunity to transition into a long-term role</li></ul><p>If you’re someone who thrives on being indispensable, enjoys keeping executives organized and effective, and wants to contribute to a meaningful mission, we’d love to connect with you.</p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to fill a long-term contract position at a growing company. As a Staff Accountant, you will prepare journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, and general ledger reconciliation. You will participate in compliance including quarterly reviews and annual audits, and review schedules for the reporting processes. This Chattanooga, Tennessee based company is offering an opportunity that is multi-faceted and challenging in nature. It&#39;s a thriving environment where effort is rewarded.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>- Assist in implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP</p><p>- Be a part of various initiatives spanning multiple departments</p><p>- Assist in monthly financial close workbook preparation, including annual closing process</p><p>- Prepare monthly balance sheet and income statement analyses for management reporting</p><p>- Analyze and coordinate a variety of financial data, and report it in a useful and understandable manner</p><p>- Carry out month end close, journal entries, without supervision</p><p>- Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as needed</p><p>- Maintain intricate journal entries and account reconciliations including but not limited to cash, prepaid expenses and payroll</p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in managing financial records, preparing tax filings, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a wholesale distribution organization&#39;s financial operation. Any experience with Epicor would be a plus!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Manage and reconcile sales tax filings for multiple jurisdictions.</p><p>• Record and maintain journal entries to support accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring all transactions are properly documented and balanced.</p><p>• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations and adjustments.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and streamline accounting processes.</p><p>• Conduct periodic audits to verify the accuracy of financial data and adherence to company policies.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and accounting standards to ensure ongoing compliance.</p><p>• Provide support during financial reviews and external audits.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>If interested in this role please apply, then directly call (423)237-7921.</u></strong></p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract to permanent position, providing accounting and reporting support to a busy and growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Sage software, advanced reporting capabilities, and proficiency in Excel. *This is an onsite position in Chattanooga*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.</p><p>• Utilize Sage software to perform financial reporting and data analysis.</p><p>• Develop and maintain detailed reports using advanced Excel functions.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to support audits and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and systems.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to entry level accounting staff.</p><p>• Research and resolve any discrepancies in financial records.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an immediate opportunity, so please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information TODAY! </p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage large volumes of data efficiently while supporting essential accounting functions. *This is an on-office position in Chattanooga, Tennessee*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize Excel to organize and analyze data, including creating formulas to sort, calculate, and extract exceptions.</p><p>• Assist with intercompany transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting across multiple entities.</p><p>• Support payroll processes, including tracking expense reports and documentation.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Handle large volumes of data entry, ensuring detailed and precise information is captured for each transaction.</p><p>• Provide general bookkeeping support to alleviate workload for the accounting team.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to identify and address discrepancies in financial data.</p><p>• Maintain organized and detailed records to support ongoing accounting operations.</p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Bookkeeper
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in accounts, and supporting the organization’s operational needs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong understanding of bookkeeping processes, in a multi-entity environment. **This position requires regular onsite availability in Chattanooga, Tennessee**</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the accounts payable process, including processing approximately 30 checks weekly and obtaining necessary approvals.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks by gathering checks, processing cash receipts, and making daily deposits.</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records in the customer database, ensuring all transactions are properly documented.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal business partners.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure all discrepancies are resolved promptly.</p><p>• Generate detailed financial reports to support organizational decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with managers to ensure invoices are pre-approved before processing.</p><p>• Utilize Sage Intacct for financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Adapt to fluctuating transaction volumes while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-04-09T00:00:00Z
Legal Administrative Assistant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 20 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Legal Administrative Assistant (Temporary-to-Hire)</p><p><br></p><p>Launch Your Legal Career with a Firm That Promotes from Within</p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with a well-respected, close-knit law firm to find a Legal Administrative Assistant who is organized, driven, and eager to grow within the legal field. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity created due to an internal promotion—proof that this firm invests in its people and offers real career advancement.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re looking to gain hands-on experience, learn directly from attorneys, and build a long-term career in law, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.</p><p><br></p><p>Why You’ll Love This Role:</p><ul><li>Growth Opportunity: Step into a role where the previous assistant was promoted</li><li>Exposure to the Legal Field: Work closely with attorneys and gain experience </li><li>Collaborative Environment: Small office setting where your contributions are valued and visible</li><li>Skill Building: Develop highly marketable legal and administrative skills</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Perform extensive legal filing, including e-filing with courts and maintaining organized physical case files</li><li>Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents such as pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery materials</li><li>Assist with court filings and deadlines, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, client meetings, and deadlines</li><li>Coordinate and prepare materials for depositions, hearings, and client meetings</li><li>Set up and break down conference rooms, ensuring all materials and IT equipment are ready and functioning</li><li>Communicate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, and vendors in a professional manner</li><li>Maintain and update case management systems and track important dates and deadlines</li><li>Handle incoming and outgoing legal correspondence, including mail, email, and document distribution</li><li>Support billing and time entry processes as needed</li><li>Ensure office operations run smoothly by managing office supplies, kitchen organization, and general upkeep</li></ul><p>What We’re Looking For:</p><ul><li>Associate&#39;s degree, preferably in criminal justice, bachelor&#39;s degree or a Paralegal Certification is ideal</li><li>Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Professional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset</li><li>Proactive, dependable, and willing to take initiative</li><li>Interest in pursuing a long-term career in the legal field</li><li>Prior administrative or legal support experience is a plus, but not required</li></ul><p>This is more than a job—it’s a pathway into the legal profession. If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to grow with a firm that values your potential, we encourage you to apply today.</p>
  • 2026-04-10T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>This search is being conducted by Steve Spinello.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Senior Accountant (Divisional Level) — Multi-Site Manufacturing | Join a Fast-Growing Team</strong></p><p>Are you ready to take your accounting career to the next level and leave the ordinary behind? Our client—a powerhouse in the manufacturing space—is seeking a game-changing Senior Accountant to champion financial excellence across SEVEN high-output production sites.</p><p><strong>What’s in It for You?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Impact &amp; Influence:</strong> Play a mission-critical role, reporting to the Divisional Controller and partnering with dynamic teams across multiple manufacturing sites.</li><li><strong>Challenge &amp; Growth:</strong> No day is the same. Tackle high-stakes month-end closes, orchestrate multi-site fixed asset management, and master the intricacies of intercompany transactions—your skills will never stagnate.</li><li><strong>Visibility:</strong> Be the financial linchpin who provides real-time insights and partners closely with operations leaders and site-level accounting teams. Your work will have C-suite visibility.</li><li><strong>Career Acceleration:</strong> Thrive in a high-performance, collaborative environment where innovation and process improvements earn you recognition.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Tackle:</strong></p><ul><li>Take charge of month-end close across all divisional locations—owning accuracy, timeliness, and transparency.</li><li>Command fixed asset accounting: additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations without missing a beat.</li><li>Reconcile intercompany transactions and drive resolution with site-based teams—be a detective and a diplomat.</li><li>Safeguard compliance with robust internal controls and ever-changing regulations.</li><li>Analyze critical balance sheet and income statement accounts—provide insights that drive profitability.</li><li>Pioneer process improvements and automation to keep the division ahead of the curve.</li><li>Liaise between divisional and site teams—setting the standard for best-in-class accounting.</li><li>Prep audit schedules/documents and answer tough questions from internal/external auditors.</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to ignite your career in a business that rewards results and values your ambition?</strong></p><p>Apply now or connect with us for a confidential conversation about this transformational Senior Accountant opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 18 - 20 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist with a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail. This role is essential to managing daily payment workflows, processing a high volume of B2B transactions, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records across multiple accounting platforms, including a custom ERP solution. The ideal candidate can learn new systems quickly, handle customer inquiries with care, and is diligent in maintaining low past-due balances through proactive collections efforts. **Please note: this role requires onsite availability in Chattanooga, Tennessee**</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all daily accounts receivable activities, including monitoring, processing, and reconciling payments received via multiple payment processors.</li><li>Accurately record payments and adjustments in accounting/ERP system, ensuring seamless documentation and audit trails.</li><li>Issue invoices by email and mail, send payment reminders, process refunds, file payment documentation, and make adjustments as required—supporting a high daily payment volume.</li><li>Conduct B2B collections activities, primarily through reminders and customer outreach while operating within established outreach parameters.</li><li>Answer customer questions regarding invoices, payments, and account balances promptly and professionally.</li><li>Research and resolve payment discrepancies, proactively identifying and contacting key stakeholders as needed.</li><li>Maintain complete, accurate, and current accounts receivable records and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.</li></ul><p>Please complete an application and call (423) 244-0726 for more information!</p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z
Payroll Tax Accountant
  • Dalton, GA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 29 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Tax Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Dalton, Georgia. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in payroll operations and tax compliance, particularly in multi-state payroll environments. The successful candidate will bring a strong foundational knowledge in federal Payroll tax and state guidelines, analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in payroll processing and compliance with regulatory standards. *Must be able to work onsite in Dalton, Georgia*</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage payroll tax reporting and compliance, including setting up and auditing local tax jurisdictions.</p><p>• Establish and maintain online accounts with tax agencies to ensure streamlined operations.</p><p>• Review and analyze payroll data, identifying discrepancies and making necessary corrections.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to resolve payroll-related issues and inquiries.</p><p>• Utilize payroll software to manage payroll processes and reporting, if applicable.</p><p>• Audit payroll records regularly to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.</p><p>• Provide expertise in domestic payroll operations, including adherence to state and local tax rates.</p><p>• Generate detailed reports and summaries for management review.</p><p>• Apply foundational knowledge of payroll regulations to maintain compliance and accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-04-13T00:00:00Z