Bookkeeper

HTI has an immediate opening for an experienced Bookkeeper with a company in Martinez, GA. This is a contract-to-hire position and this employee will be contract for approximately 3 1/2 months before converting to the company's payroll.This is a full-time, onsite position, and the hours are Mon-Fri 9am-5pmThe hourly pay rate is $25.00/hourRequirements:Must have 5+ years of recent full-charge Bookkeeping experience, including AP, AR, journal entries, general ledger, and month/year-end closeIntermediate or advanced Excel skills for accounting job duties (pivot tables, etc.)High school diploma or GED; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferredMust be local to the greater Augusta area and not currently working in a permanent position since this is a contract-to-hire roleFast and accurate data entry skillsStrong attention to detail and high level of accuracyThis company requires a background check and drug screening as part of their onboarding processJob duties include:Accounts Payable: Maintain accurate, up-to-date vendor files.Reconcile bank and vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.Schedule and prepare check runs, ACH, or wire transfers for paymentsReview, verify, and process and/or enter current and previous vendor invoices.Accounts Receivable/Billing: Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger.Perform collections by contacting customers regarding overdue, delinquent accounts.Record customer payments (cash, checks, credit cards) and apply them to accounts.Generate and send accurate invoices to customers.Review, verify, and enter current and previous customer payments.General Accounting & Office Management: Perform reconciliations, month/year-end closing, and coordinate with external CPA firm to produce accurate financial reporting.Perform general accounting/administrative duties, including data entry, filing, ordering office supplies, and scanning of project documents and financial records. Assist with answering and routing incoming calls.Communicate with internal team members, customers, and vendors.