Accountant (GreensboroWinston-SalemHigh Point Area)
This entry-level accountant role in High Point, NC focuses on managing accounts payable and receivable while supporting broader accounting functions such as reconciliations and monthly close. The position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic, expanding company, allowing the candidate to develop skills and take on increasing responsibilities in a collaborative team environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
This is an entry-level, hands-on accounting role with a confidential client in High Point, North Carolina. The position focuses on daily Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) tasks while providing broad exposure to general accounting activities, month-end close support, reconciliations, and special projects as the business grows. This role is a strong fit for recent graduates or early-career accountants seeking growth and mentorship.
What You’ll Do
- Manage day-to-day Accounts Payable: process invoices, code expenses, obtain approvals, and prepare payments
- Support Accounts Receivable: prepare invoices, apply payments, reconcile accounts, and follow up on overdue balances
- Assist with bank, credit card, vendor, and customer reconciliations
- Help with monthly close tasks and other general accounting activities
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation
- Support accounting work related to new entities and business growth initiatives
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
- Collaborate closely with accounting and operations team members
- Assist with special projects and accounting initiatives as assigned
- Take on increasing responsibility as skills and experience develop
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- 0–2 years of accounting experience — recent graduates encouraged to apply
- Internship or experience with AP, AR, bookkeeping, or general accounting is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Comfortable working with numbers and financial information
- Solid Excel skills (pivot tables, basic formulas)
- Organized with ability to manage multiple priorities
- Good communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn
- Dependable, curious, team-oriented, and eager to develop professionally
Compensation & Location
- Compensation: $45,000–$60,000 per year (based on experience)
- Location: High Point, NC (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
Why Consider This Opportunity
This role goes beyond basic AP/AR processing. You’ll join a growing organization at an exciting time, work alongside an experienced accounting team, and gain exposure to multiple areas of the business. For the right candidate, this position can turn into a long-term career with opportunities to take on broader accounting responsibilities and grow into more senior roles.
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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