Junior Accountant

Overview

This position supports day-to-day accounting operations with a primary focus on software billing and accounts receivable. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate billing records, processing financial transactions, assisting with accounts payable activities, and supporting additional accounting functions across a multi-entity portfolio.

Working closely with the Accounting Manager and Staff Accountants, you will help ensure transactions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

Software Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Manage recurring and contract-based customer billing for the software business, ensuring invoices are accurate and issued on time.
• Review customer contracts, billing schedules, and supporting documentation to verify appropriate pricing, terms, and billing periods.
• Maintain accurate customer billing records and update account information within NetSuite.
• Record and apply customer payments, research unapplied cash, and resolve routine payment discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, follow up on outstanding balances, and assist with collection efforts as needed.
• Respond to customer billing inquiries and collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized billing documentation and assist with customer account reconciliations.

Accounts Payable & General Accounting Support

• Process accounts payable transactions, including invoice entry, account coding, supporting documentation, and approval workflows.
• Prepare and process approved vendor payments, including ACH transactions, checks, and wire transfers.
• Review vendor statements, research payment discrepancies, and assist with resolving outstanding balances.
• Maintain accurate vendor information and accounting records within NetSuite.
• Assist with routine bank and credit card reconciliations as assigned.
• Ensure accounting records and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and properly maintained.

Real Estate Accounting Support

• Assist with coordinating and processing monthly financial imports from third-party property management companies.
• Review imported financial information for completeness and identify discrepancies requiring further review.
• Support recurring tenant billing, payment tracking, and accounts receivable follow-up.
• Maintain property-level accounting documentation and recurring financial schedules.
• Assist Staff Accountants with routine property accounting functions as needed.

Additional Accounting Responsibilities

• Assist with processing and documenting intercompany transactions.
• Support annual 1099 preparation, audit requests, and other recurring accounting requirements.
• Assist with maintaining accounting reports, financial schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Research transaction discrepancies and collaborate with the accounting team to identify and implement solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve billing procedures, accounting workflows, and operational efficiency.
• Support the Accounting Manager and Staff Accountants with special projects and accounting initiatives.
• Take on additional accounting responsibilities as knowledge, experience, and proficiency develop.

Required Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of accounting principles, including debits and credits, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic familiarity with accounting software.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional approach to customer and vendor interactions.
• Willingness to learn new accounting systems, procedures, and business operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant accounting experience; recent graduates with accounting internships are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience with customer billing, accounts receivable, or accounts payable.
• Familiarity with NetSuite or another enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Experience working with multiple business entities or accounting functions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $48,000 – $52,000 annually

Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Employee discounts

Location

• Greensboro, NC

Flexible work from home options available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace, providing equal employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.