Accounting Associate

TRANSPORTATION AUCTION CONSULTANTS

Accounting Associate

Moreland, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Profit sharing

    Vision insurance

    ABOUT THE ROLE

    TAC Auction Services is seeking a highly capable mid-level Accounting Associate professional who performs routine accounting and financial tasks to support the organization's accounting function. The role focuses on accurately recording transactions, maintaining financial records, and assisting with various accounting processes under established procedures and supervision.

    This position is based in Moreland, GA and supports company-wide operations. This is a hands-on role focused on accuracy, organization, accountability, and leadership.

    You will work directly with ownership and the Accounting Coorinator and play a key role in keeping the financial of the business organized, accurate, and moving forward.

    This role will work closely with our bookkeeping company and must be able to actively support them by providing accurate information, responding to requests in a timely manner, and ensuring smooth coordination between operations and accounting.

    This is a high-priority need and requires someone who is ready to step in, take initiative, and help create stability and forward progress immediately.

    WHAT THIS ROLE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR

    Accounting Functions - Assist Accounting Coordinator

    Assist and process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities

    Help Monitor cash flow for accuracy

    Assist with budgeting and financial tracking

    Work with external accounting support to maintain accurate books

    Help create sales summary accounting for accurate invoicing on sale days

    Recording financial transactions and journal entries

    Learning and processing all accounting information in the auction software

    Processing invoices, payments, and expense reports

    Assisting with account and bank reconciliations

    Maintaining accounting databases and records

    Assisting with financial reporting and audits

    Ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial information

    Responding to vendor, customer, and internal employee inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account status

    Creating and maintaining spreadsheets, reports, and tracking logs

    Maintaining accounting procedure manuals, forms, and departmental templates

    Coordinating mail distribution related to invoices, payments, checks, and financial correspondence

    Assisting with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives

    Ordering and maintaining office supplies for the accounting department

    Performing general clerical duties such as filing, copying, and document preparation

    Administrative & Compliance

    Assist with preparation and distribution of auction settlement statements, invoices, and related documentation

    Maintain confidentiality of financial, customer, consignor, and company information.

    Review account information for accuracy and completeness prior to auction settlements and payments

    WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

    Required

    5+ years of experience in accounting, financial operations, or business operations

    Strong experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, and banking

    Solid understanding of general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations

    Experience preparing and reviewing monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

    Ability to analyze discrepancies and resolve variances independently

    Strong understanding of cash vs. accrual accounting principles

    Experience with month-end and year-end close processes

    QuickBooks Online experience required (certification is a plus)

    MS Office proficiency required

    Ability to work independently and make sound financial decisions

    Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through

    Willingness to take initiative, dig in, and fully resolve issues

    Preferred

    ADP or similar payroll system experience

    Experience working with multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments

    Familiarity with internal controls and process improvement

    Auction software experience

    Auction or consignment industry experience strongly preferred

    Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with changing priorities

    Ideally, we are seeking a candidate with experience in the auction industry; however, candidates with strong financial acumen and a solid accounting background will also be considered.

    About Us:

    TRANSPORTATION AUCTION CONSULTANTS has been a leader in the auction industry for over a decade, providing exceptional service and expertise to our clients. Our commitment to integrity and excellence has earned us a loyal customer base, and our employees appreciate a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.