About Careertakes

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

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Junior Accountant to support a small, collaborative accounting team. This is an entry-level to early-career role focused on daily transactional accounting, reconciliations, inventory & cost accounting support, and month-end close tasks. The position begins fully onsite for the first 90 days, then moves to a hybrid schedule (four days onsite, one work‑from‑home day per week). The office is relocating to Lithia Springs, GA in November; the role will be based in Smyrna, GA.

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What You’ll Do

• Record and reconcile daily transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Perform regular account reconciliations (bank, vendor, intercompany).
• Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules for month‑end and year‑end close.
• Support inventory accounting activities: inventory costing, cycle counts, and variance analysis.
• Assist with cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations and project cost tracking.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Help prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
• Support sales tax filings and other compliance reporting as needed.
• Collaborate with production and procurement teams to resolve cost and inventory questions.
• Contribute general accounting support and ad hoc analyses to the team.

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Who You Are / Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred; internships or co‑op experience considered.
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals: A/P, A/R, GL, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable learning new ERP systems and accounting software quickly.
• Good organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Positive, curious mindset with a desire to grow in accounting.

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Nice to Have (Preferred)

• Exposure to manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, or inventory accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Acumatica.
• Familiarity with COGS calculations and project cost tracking.
• Previous experience working in a small accounting team environment.

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Work Environment & Schedule

This role starts 100% onsite for the first 90 days. Afterward the schedule is hybrid: four days onsite and one remote day per week. The accounting team is small (approximately three people), providing broad exposure across functions. The workplace emphasizes a collaborative culture with team activities and cultural programs.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $60,000 – $65,000 per year. Individual offers depend on qualifications, experience, and other factors.
• 100% paid health insurance (including premiums).
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and standard benefits package.

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Employment Type & Location

• Employment type: Full‑time, Permanent.
• Location: Smyrna, GA (onsite start, hybrid after 90 days).
• Application deadline (anticipated close): Sep 9, 2026.

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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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