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GL 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).
$76,781 / year median in North Carolina
+1% projected growth
Job Description
- Work closely with Operations and Dispatch to ensure transportation-related expenses are properly recorded
- Review and reconcile transportation and freight costs
- Support accounting for Independent Contractor payments and transportation vendors
- Assist with customer billing and revenue reconciliation
- Reconcile customer invoices, transportation costs, and supporting documentation
- Research discrepancies between operational systems, invoices, and accounting records
- Partner with Operations to resolve billing and expense issues
- Help ensure revenue and expenses are recorded in the appropriate accounting period
- Develop an understanding of expedited transportation operations and how operational activity impacts financial reporting Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Support
- Review invoices for accuracy, proper coding, and appropriate approvals
- Assist with accounts payable processing and vendor reconciliations
- Maintain accurate vendor and customer account records
- Work with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports
- Provide accounting information and analysis to Finance and Operations leadership
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities as needed Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- 4+ years of accounting experience; experience in a GL or full-cycle accounting
- Experience with Sage
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and general ledger processes
- Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while also partnering effectively with other departments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Experience with accounting or ERP systems
Pay:
$67,000.00 - $80,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance