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TAX & ACCOUNTING

$55K - $69K/yr

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pca

Accounting Associate

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$42K - $65K/yr

Accounting Associate Salary Range - $42,000.00 - $65,000.000 The Accounting Associate is ... Verify and balance general ledger accounts. Post, validate and process accounts payable ...

pca

Accounting Associate

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$42K - $63K/yr

Accounting Associate Salary Range - $42,000.00 - $63,000.000 The Accounting Associate is ... Verify and balance general ledger accounts. Post, validate and process accounts payable ...

Laramie Range Ford

General Accounting Clerk

Laramie, WY · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

We're looking for an General Accounting Associate to join our team at Weibel Auto Group. Prior working experience in an automotive dealership office setting is highly desired for this role, but other ...

TAX & ACCOUNTING

$55K - $69K/yr

Accounting Associate Qualifications & Experience Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in ... with general admin tasks (e.g., answering calls, filing, scanning, copying, running errands ...

Laramie Range Ford

General Accounting Clerk

Laramie, WY · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

We're looking for an General Accounting Associate to join our team at Weibel Auto Group. Prior working experience in an automotive dealership office setting is highly desired for this role, but other ...

Laramie Range Ford

General Accounting Clerk

Laramie, WY · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

We're looking for an General Accounting Associate to join our team at Weibel Auto Group. Prior working experience in an automotive dealership office setting is highly desired for this role, but other ...

Compass Group

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - JACKSONVILLE, FL Salary: $20 - $21 / hr Growth. Opportunity. Excellence ... Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable against general ledger balances * Investigate ...

Canteen

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - JACKSONVILLE, FL Salary: $20 - $21 / hr Growth. Opportunity. Excellence ... Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable against general ledger balances * Investigate ...

Compass Group

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

Jacksonville, FL

$20 - $21/hr

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - JACKSONVILLE, FL Salary: $20 - $21 / hr Growth. Opportunity. Excellence ... Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable against general ledger balances * Investigate ...

Universal Pure, LLC

Accounting Associate

Lincoln, NE · On-site

... with customers and site General Managers and ensuring the smooth operation of the company ... Accounting Associate Job Responsibilities: • Analyze contracts to determine appropriate revenue ...

Core One

Accounting Associate

Sterling, VA · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr

Core One seeks an entry-level or recent-graduate Accounting Associate who will be part of an ... Strong knowledge of US GAAP with strong general-accounting skills. * A high level of proficiency in ...

American Theatre Guild

Accounting Associate

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$19.21 - $21.63/hr

The Accounting Associate will also serve as a backup for Accounts Payable. Job Duties: * Prepare ... Generate general ledger reports and account distribution reports to support marketing and other ...

Compass Group

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE - JACKSONVILLE, FL Salary: $20 - $21 / hr Growth. Opportunity. Excellence ... Balance daily and month-end accounts receivable against general ledger balances * Investigate ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for general accounting associate in the United States is $24.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Accounting Associate

On-site

TAX & ACCOUNTING
51 - 200 employees
Learn more about TAX & ACCOUNTINGexternal

$55K - $69K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Position: Accounting Associate
Qualifications & Experience
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent experience. Should also
have 2‐5 years of work experience with private or public company. Certified public accountant (CPA) or
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) a plus.
Must be self‐ motivated, multi‐tasker and the ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment.
Skills
Exemplary proficiency and excellence in accounting and auditing including the following:
 Intermediate to Advanced computer skills (especially spreadsheet and word processing)
 Proficient in audit workpaper documentation utilizing audit software
 Proficient with QuickBooks
 Ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
 Willingness to work flexible schedule during peak periods
 Dependable and punctual
 The ability to work independently and in a team environment
 Ability to execute scheduled audits including planning, preparation, execution, reporting and
follow‐up
 Develop audit scopes, including risk assessment and evaluation of internal controls
 Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics
 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
 Ability to establish and build rapport with clients
Responsibilities:
 Contribute to the design and implementation of audit processes, procedures and methodologies
 Developing & monitoring customized audit program
 Planning and performing financial, performance and compliance audits to ensure compliance
with applicable local, state and federal regulations, and generally accepted governmental audit
standards
 Apply logic and critical thinking processes to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternative
solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
 Prepare Audit & Executive Summary Reports
 Assist in bookkeeping/write‐up and the preparation of individual and business tax returns for
clients in various industries
 Complete special projects and/ or ad‐hoc projects with minimal supervision and direction
 Assist with general admin tasks (e.g., answering calls, filing, scanning, copying, running errands)

Company Description

Full Service CPA Firm located in Atlanta GA