Accounting Assistant

Chapel Hill Tire • Chapel Hill, NC

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About The Position

Are you an analytical and dependable individual who thrives in a fast-paced, flexible environment? Do you take pride in solving problems, ensuring accuracy, and keeping everything on track? If you're a natural multitasker and a self-starter who excels in a structured setting, this role is for you. As our Accounting Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function within a fast-paced automotive environment. You’ll be involved in Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), using Microsoft suite, QuickBooks, and Excel (including Pivot Tables and formulas). Your problem-solving skills, strong organizational abilities, and financial expertise will be crucial to maintaining accuracy and timeliness. This role is perfect for someone who is comfortable working both independently and in collaboration with a team. We’re looking for a candidate who values confidentiality, embraces company values, and is committed to continuous learning and personal growth. Why Chapel Hill Tire? This is more than a job, it’s a launchpad to build a career you’re proud of! When you’re ready to think beyond the day-to-day, you’ll find we’re just as committed to helping you build a strong, stable future - both personally and professionally. We believe clear communication and collaboration are key to building strong relationships across our teams. Because we think a job should lift you up, not wear you down! Here, you get paid training, real career growth, a supportive team, and a work life balance! In addition to reviewing resumes, qualifications, experience, we utilize the Culture Index, a powerful tool that helps us understand how to best connect and work with one another & identify overall fit. (You will receive a link to your email after submitting your application) The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field, or practical experience preferred.
• Basic math and knowledge of business principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, time management, and listening skills.
• Proficient with QuickBooks (required!) and familiar/intermediate ability with Office 365 (Excel (Pivot tables & Formulas), PowerBI, Teams, SharePoint).
• Ability to navigate websites easily.
• Ability to use logic to identify solutions, collaborate effectively, and apply common sense to tasks.
• Strong customer service orientation and adaptability to prioritize diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Accounting Support: Perform accurate and timely A/P, A/R, GL entries, reconciliations, and vendor account management. Monitor daily bank activity and ensure accuracy in all accounting transactions as well as biweekly Payroll processes.
• Discrepancy Resolution: Research and resolve discrepancies; respond to internal accounting-related inquiries
• Journal Entries and Financial Reporting: Manage sales tax and tire disposal reporting requirements. Prepare journal entries and assist with monthly reconciliations, financial reports, budgets, and forecasts (GAAP-compliant).
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate with teams across the organization to support overall business objectives and financial needs.
• System & Process Improvement: Recommend and support the implementation of process improvements and administrative tools, while also assisting in the communication and integration of new administrative products or systems throughout the company.

Benefits

• Unlimited paid training & certifications
• No nights, weekends, or holidays (We are Mon-Fri 8-5!)
• Paid Time Off & paid holidays & bereavement leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, ST & LT Disability, FSA & more elective benefits to choose!
• 401K company match & profit sharing
• Company-paid life insurance & paid parental leave
• Uniforms provided
• In house leadership development programs with room to grow in a values-driven company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees