Job Description
Why is This a Great Opportunity?
• Excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate to launch a career in accounting and finance
• Gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting while building a strong foundation of accounting knowledge
• Work alongside experienced accounting professionals who can provide training, mentorship, and support
• Opportunity to develop skills in reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close
• Exposure to accounting systems, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial operations
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth and increased responsibility as your skills develop
• Ideal for someone who enjoys learning, working with numbers, and contributing to a collaborative team
Job Description:
The Junior Accountant will provide support for day-to-day accounting activities and assist with maintaining accurate and timely financial records. This is an entry-level position designed for someone who is interested in building a career in accounting and gaining practical experience in a professional environment.
Responsibilities may include:
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including processing invoices, payments, and customer transactions
• Prepare and post routine journal entries under the direction of senior accounting team members
• Perform account and bank reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with reviewing transactions for accuracy and proper account coding
• Support the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and account analyses
• Research and resolve routine accounting discrepancies
• Assist with tracking expenses, accruals, and other financial activity
• Enter and maintain financial information in accounting and ERP systems
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed
• Communicate with internal departments and external contacts to resolve routine accounting questions
• Maintain organized electronic and paper accounting records
• Support process improvements and other accounting projects as assigned
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Recent college graduate or up to 2 years of accounting experience
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and practices
• Familiarity with debits, credits, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience with an accounting or ERP system through coursework, internship, or prior employment is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and ask questions when additional information or clarification is needed
• Willingness to learn new accounting systems, processes, and responsibilities
#ACCPRI #ACCEE
Why is This a Great Opportunity?
• Excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate to launch a career in accounting and finance
• Gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting while building a strong foundation of accounting knowledge
• Work alongside experienced accounting professionals who can provide training, mentorship, and support
• Opportunity to develop skills in reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close
• Exposure to accounting systems, financial reporting, and day-to-day financial operations
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth and increased responsibility as your skills develop
• Ideal for someone who enjoys learning, working with numbers, and contributing to a collaborative team
Job Description:
The Junior Accountant will provide support for day-to-day accounting activities and assist with maintaining accurate and timely financial records. This is an entry-level position designed for someone who is interested in building a career in accounting and gaining practical experience in a professional environment.
Responsibilities may include:
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including processing invoices, payments, and customer transactions
• Prepare and post routine journal entries under the direction of senior accounting team members
• Perform account and bank reconciliations and research discrepancies
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with reviewing transactions for accuracy and proper account coding
• Support the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and account analyses
• Research and resolve routine accounting discrepancies
• Assist with tracking expenses, accruals, and other financial activity
• Enter and maintain financial information in accounting and ERP systems
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed
• Communicate with internal departments and external contacts to resolve routine accounting questions
• Maintain organized electronic and paper accounting records
• Support process improvements and other accounting projects as assigned
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Recent college graduate or up to 2 years of accounting experience
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and practices
• Familiarity with debits, credits, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience with an accounting or ERP system through coursework, internship, or prior employment is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and ask questions when additional information or clarification is needed
• Willingness to learn new accounting systems, processes, and responsibilities
#ACCPRI #ACCEE
Junior Accountant in st louis at Unknown Company
This position is listed as internship and onsite.