Staff Accountant at Cherokee Fiber Associates Inc – Canton, Georgia

Job Overview:

• Company: Cherokee Fiber & Associates Inc.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $60,000- $75,000 plus Year-End Bonus.
• Location: Office-based (Canton, GA).
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity: You will serve as a foundational member of our finance team, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial records that fuel our fiber infrastructure projects. This role offers the unique chance to grow within an employee-owned company while managing diverse accounting functions from month-end close to audit support.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Formulate and post precise journal entries to maintain high-quality financial documentation.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and credit cards to ensure project transparency.
• Coordinate with AP and AR functions to maintain strict departmental timelines and cash flow.
• Execute month-end and year-end close processes in strict accordance with GAAP principles.
• Analyze financial data to prepare balance sheets, income statements, and internal reports.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase departmental efficiency and accuracy.
• Support external audits by organizing and providing requested financial documentation.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 13 years of professional accounting or related financial experience.
• Basic understanding of GAAP principles and internal control procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software like ADP or QuickBooks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines with minimal oversight.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Demonstrated experience within the construction or telecommunications industry.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced financial reporting tools.
• Active progress toward a CPA certification or equivalent technical training.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Weekly pay cycle and eligibility for a Year-End Bonus program.
• Retirement Savings Program including 401K and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plus Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Paid time off and career development through paid training and certifications.
• Life and disability insurance options and wellness reimbursements.
• Company vehicle, provided uniforms, and safety equipment.
• Relocation assistance and travel projects with per diem provided.

About Us: Cherokee Fiber & Associates Inc. is a leading telecommunications contractor specializing in fiber infrastructure for residential, commercial, and government sectors. We foster a culture of professional growth, offering employee ownership and a supportive environment where long-term careers are built.

Learn more at https://www.cherokeefiber.com/.

Cherokee Fiber & Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.