Accountant-Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our accounting team and support the company’s day-to-day accounting operations. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounting transactions, supporting month-end activities, and assisting with AP, AR, inventory, payroll, and account reconciliations in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, in-office position at our Charlotte, NC office;

remote work is not available.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in accuracy, organization, and keeping financial records clean, complete, and well-documented.

• Process and maintain Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions
• Calculate and process driver payroll accurately and on a timely basis
• Record and review accounting transactions in Quick Books and other systems
• Reconcile bank, credit card, AP, AR, and other balance sheet accounts
• Maintain accurate inventory and financial records
• Review invoices, receipts, and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper coding
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices, payments, receipts, payroll, and financial records
• Assist with month-end closing activities
• Maintain organized accounting files and supporting documentation
• Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation
• Support the accounting team with account analysis and other accounting projects as needed
• Work with other departments to obtain and verify documentation needed for accounting and payroll transactions
• Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and properly supported

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard computer applications
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a team

• Experience with Quick Books
• Previous experience in the transportation or trucking industry
• Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Experience with driver payroll or transportation payroll
• Experience with AP, AR, account reconciliations, and month-end closing

This position is 100% on-site at our office in Charlotte, NC. Candidates must be able to commute to the office daily. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available for this role.

$40,000 – $50,000 per year, depending on experience.

This position offers an opportunity to grow within the accounting team and take on additional responsibilities as experience and performance develop.