Junior Accountant

Job Description

Junior Accountant | LHH

The Tone:
This is a direct hire role at LHH. As a key member of the finance team, this position is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the organization’s ongoing business operations by working closely with accounting leadership and cross-functional teams. This role offers an opportunity to develop professionally within a growing accounting function.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Pay: $50000–$65000 yearly
• Team: Reports to accounting leadership within a growing finance function
• Mission: Maintain accurate financial records and support ongoing business operations
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Outlook, other Microsoft Office applications, (Preferred) ERP, accounting, or financial management system

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manage Month-End Close: Ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded and deadlines are met during monthly accounting close activities.
• Process & Reconcile Transactions: Prepare and enter journal entries, including recurring transactions, accruals, and prepaid adjustments, while performing account reconciliations and researching discrepancies.
• Analyze Financial Performance: Analyze financial results and assist in explaining fluctuations when compared to budgets, forecasts, and prior reporting periods.
• Prepare Financial Reports: Assist in the preparation of financial reports and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support Audits & Improvements: Provide assistance during audits and recommend and support process improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial controls.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, with an understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Experience: 1+ years of accounting experience, including exposure to reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications, strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bonus: Experience working within an ERP, accounting, or financial management system is preferred.