Accounting Assistant

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in Tennessee on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This opportunity is well suited for someone who brings a strong accounting foundation, is comfortable reviewing contract terms, and can work confidently with billing data and spreadsheets. The role supports pricing-related activities and day-to-day financial operations, with prior industry experience viewed as a strong advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Review customer and vendor agreements to confirm pricing terms, billing details, and applicable charges.
• Prepare invoices and support accounts receivable activities by tracking payments and resolving billing discrepancies.
• Maintain and analyze pricing information in Excel, using spreadsheets to organize data and identify variances.
• Assist with pricing updates by entering changes accurately and verifying that customer-specific rates are applied correctly.
• Support accounting operations through reconciliations, record maintenance, and documentation of financial transactions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to research pricing questions and provide clear support for billing and contract-related issues.
• Evaluate pricing data to help inform rate adjustments, proposal support, and day-to-day pricing decisions.
• Contribute to the accuracy of financial and pricing records by monitoring details and escalating inconsistencies when needed.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, billing, pricing support, or a related financial operations role.
• Hands-on experience with accounts receivable processes, invoice review, and payment tracking.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to manage spreadsheets, analyze data, and work with detailed reports.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, pricing schedules, and customer-specific terms with accuracy.
• Familiarity with pricing analysis, pricing updates, and customer or contract pricing structures.
• Prior experience in the trucking or transportation industry is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.