Accountant - accounts payable (Atlanta, GA)

Amberfield Cross Civic Services supports public agencies in Atlanta with budgeting, records and programmes, and we need an Accountant to lead our accounts payable. Benefits and stability attract long tenure. What you will do • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to permits, and clear open items. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Work with purchasing and operations to fix recurring coding errors. • Build schedules for the annual audit and answer the auditors' questions. • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. What we are looking for • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. Nice to have • Experience with permits. • Familiarity with audit requirements. Working arrangement • Contract for three months, with a review at the end and a chance of extension. • On site in Atlanta. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.