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Junior 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
- Recording and reconciling daily transactions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general ledger entries.
- Assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
- Supporting inventory costing, cycle counts, cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations, and variance analysis.
- Reconciling bank statements and vendor accounts while tracking fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
- Assisting with sales tax filings, compliance reporting, and internal/external audit documentation.
- Collaborating with production and procurement teams to resolve cost-related inquiries. What you'll need:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of related experience (including internships).
- Proficiency in MS Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Familiarity with cost accounting, a manufacturing environment, or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics 365) is a plus.
- Progress toward CPA certification is preferred.
Perks:
- Exposure to manufacturing operations and cost accounting workflows.
- Collaborative team environment prioritizing continuous improvement and professional growth.