Accounting Specialist – Accounts Receivable & General Ledger

About the Role
The Georgia Association of REALTORS® (GAR) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director, this hands-on role is vital to our organization's financial operations and involves managing day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and delivering timely financial reporting. This position requires a proactive, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working with tight deadlines and high expectations.

Position Details
This is a full-time, salary position with a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday. GAR offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, ensuring a supportive work environment for our team members.

Key Responsibilities
As our Accounting Specialist, you will:

• Oversee accounts receivable operations, including monitoring and pursuing outstanding balances.
• Review and post daily RPAC (REALTORS® Political Action Committee) transactions, ensuring accuracy and reporting integrity.
• Reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts, conduct variance analyses, and provide general ledger support.
• Prepare and deliver daily and monthly financial reports.
• Conduct internal audits across membership, PAC, and other areas as assigned.
• Assist with preparing financial packets, reports, and documentation for staff and Board meetings.
• Provide exceptional financial and operational support to staff, members and local associations.
• Facilitate scheduling and coordination of committee meetings. Assist with minutes of meetings.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, organizational policies, and regulations.
• Handle ad-hoc tasks and projects assigned by the Finance Director or CEO.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will bring:

• A four-year degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred) or a minimum of 5+ years of relevant corporate accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Proven ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and excel under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite; advanced QuickBooks skills are required, with Bill.com and eCommerce familiarity being a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and customer service skills, with the ability to build relationships with members and colleagues.
• A team-oriented mindset and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Join Our Team
GAR offers a supportive and collaborative workplace where your contributions directly impact our success. If you’re an accounting professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.