Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-focused accounting specialist to support financial operations in Augusta, Georgia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who works well in a high-volume setting, communicates effectively with vendors and internal teams, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records. The role centers on invoice processing, account support, and issue resolution while contributing to a reliable and service-oriented accounting function.

Responsibilities:
• Enter and code invoices accurately into designated accounting platforms while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting processing deadlines.
• Review invoice information for completeness, correct billing amounts, credits, and discrepancies before posting transactions.
• Investigate missing or outstanding invoices by examining vendor statements and coordinating directly with suppliers as needed.
• Resolve payment and billing concerns by working with internal departments and external vendors to reconcile account issues promptly.
• Escalate complex exceptions or unresolved financial matters to the appropriate team members or supervisors for further action.
• Provide documentation and account support materials to vendors and property teams to help address invoice-related questions and disputes.
• Assist with filing, record maintenance, and other administrative accounting tasks in alignment with departmental standards.
• Contribute to special assignments and additional projects requested by leadership to support the broader accounting team.• High school diploma or equivalent required, along with prior office or accounting support experience.
• Strong data entry and 10-key skills with a high level of speed and accuracy.
• Experience working with invoices, journal entries, and general ledger activities in a finance or accounting environment.
• Knowledge of bank reconciliations and the ability to identify and resolve transaction discrepancies.
• Familiarity with corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is preferred.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.