Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a collaborative finance team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This permanent position is best suited for someone who enjoys precise, hands-on accounting work and wants to strengthen their experience in a stable, growth-oriented environment. The role offers broad exposure to day-to-day accounting activities, along with the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals while contributing to accurate financial operations.

Responsibilities:
• Handle day-to-day support for payables and receivables activities, helping maintain smooth financial processing across the department.
• Review incoming invoices, assign appropriate accounting codes, and record them accurately within the financial system.
• Keep accounting logs, schedules, and spreadsheet records current to support reporting and reconciliation needs.
• Track intercompany charges and assist with balancing related accounts to ensure complete and accurate records.
• Enter financial transactions promptly and verify details to reduce errors and maintain data integrity.
• Contribute to month-end closing tasks by preparing support documentation and assisting with routine general accounting work.
• Use accounting software and internal tools to organize financial information and help generate standard reports.
• Provide additional administrative and accounting assistance as business needs evolve.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline preferred; comparable practical experience may be considered.
• At least 1 to 3 years of experience in accounting support, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a similar function is preferred.
• Working knowledge of core accounting concepts and how transactions affect financial records.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with spreadsheets for tracking and analysis.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks or similar systems is beneficial.
• High level of accuracy, strong attention to detail, and the ability to stay organized while managing multiple tasks.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to asking questions, resolving issues, and working with others.

Compensation

$50,000.00-$54,000.00 Yearly

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