Bookkeeper

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Bookkeeper in Atlanta, Georgia. The role is primarily focused on maintaining precise financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data within the transportation industry.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately record daily financial transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, fuel costs, driver payroll, and general ledger entries.
• Generate financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements for management review.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other transportation-specific accounts like fuel accounts and vehicle maintenance expenses on a monthly basis.
• Handle data entry tasks, maintain financial records, and ensure all accounting transactions are accurately documented.
• Track and manage owner-operator contracts and payments, including calculating fuel surcharges and per-mile payments.
• Prepare and manage payroll for drivers and office staff, ensuring adherence to industry-specific pay structures and regulations.
• Process invoices for transportation services, ensuring timely and accurate billing for clients, including freight and mileage-based charges.
• Monitor vehicle and equipment costs, including maintenance, repairs, and fuel usage, ensuring proper documentation and cost allocation.
• Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits.
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific financial regulations, tax requirements, and reporting standards.
• Monitor accounts for discrepancies and promptly resolve any issues. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role as a Bookkeeper.
• Proficiency in Account Reconciliation.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing Accounts Payable (AP).
• Proven ability to handle and manage Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Experience in executing Bank Reconciliations.
• Strong skills in Bookkeeping.
• Proficient in Data Entry.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in managing Month End Close.
• Familiarity with Payroll management.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks is a must.