Accountant - audit preparation (Charleston, SC)

Bright Quill Legal Group Partners is looking for an Accountant. The job centres on audit preparation for court deadlines, and it would suit someone who likes steady, practical work. You would join a small organisation of about 98 people based in Charleston. What you will do • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to court deadlines, and clear open items. • Work with purchasing and operations to fix recurring coding errors. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • 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 • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. Nice to have • Familiarity with audit requirements. • Experience with court deadlines. Working arrangement • Contract for six months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. • On site in Charleston. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.