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Accounting Associate

Confidential ClientTransportation
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$47,650
Warrenton, Virginia
A Day Ago

The Accounting Associate at Confidential Client is an entry-level role focused on managing accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment application, and vendor reconciliation. The position offers hands-on learning under the Controller's guidance within a small office environment, emphasizing accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration across departments. This full-time, on-site role supports the company's financial operations and provides growth opportunities in accounting responsibilities.

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Description

About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics (last-mile delivery for furniture & appliance retail).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This entry-level accounting role provides hands-on experience across accounts payable and accounts receivable. You will work closely with the Controller and the accounting team to maintain accurate financial records and support timely invoicing and vendor payments.

  • Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and on time (Accounts Payable).
  • Execute weekly check runs and manage payment schedules.
  • Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Prepare, review, and submit daily/weekly customer invoices (Accounts Receivable).
  • Enter AR data, apply customer payments and remittance advices to open invoices.
  • Submit invoices through customer billing portals as required.
  • Reconcile payments to pending accounts receivable.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate accounting records.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Controller; training and support provided.

Who You Are / Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field — or equivalent coursework/experience.
  • 0–2 years of professional accounting experience; exposure to billing/invoicing is a plus.
  • Willingness to learn Sage accounting software; prior exposure to Sage is a plus.
  • Strong working knowledge of Excel and MS Office.
  • Able to identify and correct financial discrepancies; detail-oriented and reliable.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable working in a small office environment and collaborating across teams.
  • Eager to learn and grow into broader accounting responsibilities.

Role Details

  • Employment type: Full-time (in-office)
  • Location: Warrenton, VA
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Pay: $20–23 / hour DOE
  • This is an in-office position with our confidential client in Warrenton, Virginia.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Hourly rate: $20–23/hour DOE
  • Benefits (for full-time employees): health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with match; paid vacation and holidays.
  • Training and growth opportunities within accounting functions.

Keywords & Skills (search-friendly)

  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Sage (or willingness to learn)
  • Advanced Excel
  • Entry-level accounting
  • Warrenton, VA

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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