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Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$74,520 / year median in Georgia
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Manage accounting activities related to land development and residential construction costs, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
- Prepare and post journal entries, review account activity, and maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
- Support month-end close by reconciling accounts, analyzing balances, and resolving discrepancies efficiently.
- Develop, monitor, and update budgets associated with land development and vertical construction spending.
- Reclassify costs as needed to align expenditures with the appropriate projects, phases, and accounting categories.
- Perform bank reconciliations and assist with cash-related account analysis to support accurate financial reporting.
- Contribute to accounts payable and accounts receivable processes by reviewing entries and helping maintain complete documentation.
- Partner with operational and finance stakeholders to track housing-related costs and provide reliable accounting support for ongoing projects.