Accounting Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia. This is a long-term contract position within the construction industry with the option to convert to a permanent role, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and skill development. The role combines both in-office and remote work, providing flexibility once the initial training period is completed.

Responsibilities:

• Process and close settlement statements in the Lawson system, ensuring accurate recognition of revenue, inventory, and cost of sales.

• Assist the team in meeting daily goals by managing a set number of home closings, gradually increasing responsibilities as proficiency grows.

• Perform accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) tasks to support financial operations.

• Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

• Code invoices accurately and maintain organized records for auditing purposes.

• Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and achieve monthly targets.

• Utilize Excel for basic data parsing and learn advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs as needed.

• Participate in training and development activities to enhance accounting skills and knowledge

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the accounting cycle and foundational accounting principles.

• Working knowledge of account reconciliation, including bank reconciliations and transaction review.

• Understanding of revenue recognition and the financial treatment of inventory or related assets.

• Ability to support both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes with attention to detail.

• Proficiency with Excel for data entry, sorting, and basic analysis; willingness to learn more advanced functions.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage documentation accurately in a deadline-driven setting.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work productively within a team environment.

Compensation

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