Junior Accountant

Job Description

Junior Accountant | ACC Recruiters

The Tone:
This is a full-time, entry-level position with ACC Recruiters, specifically designed for recent accounting graduates to launch a robust career in accounting and finance. The role is critical for providing direct support to day-to-day financial operations, playing an essential part in maintaining accurate and timely financial records. This environment offers extensive hands-on experience across various accounting areas, complemented by training, mentorship, and support from experienced professionals. It’s an ideal opportunity for an individual who enjoys learning, working with numbers, and actively contributing to a collaborative team focused on professional growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time

• Mission: Support day-to-day accounting activities and assist with maintaining accurate and timely financial records.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, accounting and ERP systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Transaction Processing: Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including processing invoices, payments, and customer transactions.
• Journal Entry & Record Keeping: Prepare and post routine journal entries under direction, and maintain accurate accounting records with supporting documentation, both electronic and paper.
• Reconciliation & Discrepancy Resolution: Perform account and bank reconciliations, research discrepancies, and resolve routine accounting questions by communicating with internal and external contacts.
• Financial Reporting & Closing Support: Support the preparation of financial reports, schedules, and account analyses, alongside assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Audit & Project Support: Assist with audit requests by providing necessary documentation and support process improvements and other assigned accounting projects.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; this is an entry-level position for a recent college graduate with a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices, including familiarity with debits, credits, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience: Up to 2 years of prior accounting experience, or a recent college graduate. Required proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, good analytical and problem-solving skills, strong organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities, and clear written and verbal communication. Ability to work collaboratively and ask clarifying questions is also essential.
• Bonus: Experience with an accounting or ERP system, gained through coursework, an internship, or prior employment.