Client Accountant I

AMERICAN FOREST MANAGEMENT INC•Charlotte, NC

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Full-time Accountant in Charlotte, NC, you will be responsible for multiple client’s accounting functions. This includes processing Accounts Payable, entering sales contracts, processing payments, and applying cash. You will also assist with Forest Excise and B&O tax reporting, perform month-end bank reconciliations and journal entries, and complete year-end tax reporting, including 1099 processing. A key part of this role is providing a high level of customer service and maintaining positive client relationships, as well as reconciling scale tickets and compiling year-end owner packets. The position also involves completing special projects and other requests as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or finance or a combination of education and relevant work experience
Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting experience
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as a team
Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Suite products
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of FPA, LIMS, Unanet, Yardi, and timber/delivered sales accounting is a plus but not required
Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Process AP, including preparation and review of logger pay statements
Sales contract entry, payment processing, and cash application
Assist with Forest Excise and B&O tax reporting and filings
Perform month-end bank reconciliations and journal entries
Complete year-end tax reporting, including 1099 processing
Provide a high level of customer service and maintain positive client relationships
Reconcile scale tickets, including verification and tracking in the log accounting system
Compile year-end owner packets
Complete special projects and other requests as needed