What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Focus People?
Job Description
Accountant
Location: Atlanta, GA. Onsite.
Parking: $40 per month. Office is located near the GA State MARTA Station.
Pay: $26.44 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Accountant to oversee and perform advanced accounting functions. This full-time role offers steady hours, a collaborative team, and the chance to make an impact on public programs.
Key Responsibilities
Focus People is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as needed.
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Accountant
Location: Atlanta, GA. Onsite.
Parking: $40 per month. Office is located near the GA State MARTA Station.
Pay: $26.44 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Accountant to oversee and perform advanced accounting functions. This full-time role offers steady hours, a collaborative team, and the chance to make an impact on public programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and oversee complex accounting activities with limited supervision.
- Prepare monthly bank, fund-source, and account reconciliations.
- Analyze payroll records and produce related reports.
- Lead the preparation and accuracy of schedules and ledgers for financial reporting.
- Ensure accurate reporting for annual financial statements and federal award schedules.
- Research variances and prepare adjusting entries as needed.
- Assist in developing policies and procedures for assigned areas.
- Play a key role in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and compliant accounting files.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- At least two years of professional accounting experience or two years as an Accountant II or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and governmental accounting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and financial reporting tools.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and customer service skills.
- Two to three years of general ledger experience.
- Experience with PeopleSoft/TeamWorks Financials.
- State of Georgia accounting experience.
Focus People is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as needed.
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