What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at GO Media?
We are an entrepreneurial organization with a portfolio of interrelated companies operating across diverse industries in the Raleigh, NC area. We are united by shared leadership, high standards, and a culture that values people who take pride in their work.
A few of the businesses you would support:
– GO Media (gomedianc.com) — Digital marketing agency
– Capitol Range (capitolrange.com) — Indoor shooting range, firearms training, and retail
– Gladwell Practice Solutions (gladwellpracticesolutions.com) — Dental and orthodontics consulting
– GO Air Brokerage (goairbrokerage.com) — Private aviation brokerage
About the Role
The Accounting Assistant owns the day-to-day bookkeeping across our portfolio of companies. This is a hands-on, high-volume position that spans the full accounting cycle in a complex, multi-entity environment. The role reports directly to the Director of Finance.
At a Glance
Job Title
Accounting Assistant
Employment Type
Full-Time
Work Setting
On-Site — Raleigh, NC area
Reports To
Director of Finance
Experience
3–5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping or staff-accounting experience required
Education
Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting preferred; equivalent experience considered
Compensation
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus health insurance and paid time off.
Key Responsibilities
– Process and manage accounts payable, including coding, entry, and payment runs
– Handle accounts receivable and client invoicing across multiple entities
– Perform bank reconciliations with accuracy and consistency
– Conduct collections follow-up with clients and vendors
– Support month-end close activities
– Maintain organized, accurate financial records across all entities
– Assist with ad-hoc reporting and special projects as needed
What We’re Looking For
Technical skill matters — and so does the way you work. The right person is:
– Energized by a fast pace and high volume, able to keep multiple entities straight without falling behind
– Self-directed — manages competing priorities and meets deadlines without close supervision
– A direct communicator who surfaces problems early and follows through
– Composed under pressure and adaptable when plans change
– A positive, collaborative presence the rest of the team is glad to work with
– 3–5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping or staff-accounting experience
– Proficiency in QuickBooks Online
– Strong Microsoft Excel skills
– A demonstrated track record of managing AP, AR, and reconciliations independently
Preferred (Not Required)
– Experience as an accountant or bookkeeper within a consulting firm, marketing agency, retail business, or property management company
– Multi-entity or intercompany accounting experience
– Interest in incorporating AI tools into accounting workflows
– Interest in growing professionally and taking on more responsibility over time
This is a substantive role with real ownership of the books. You will have direct visibility into a complex, multi-company organization and will work closely with the Director of Finance. We offer a competitive total compensation package, including salary, health insurance, and paid time off.