Junior Accountant

Job Description

Junior Accountant | Northbound Executive Search

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a leading finance firm, located in New York, NY. Our client is a growing organization seeking an early-career accounting professional to join their dedicated accounting team. This position is an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple areas of the accounting function, contributing directly to the firm’s financial operations. The role is vital for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the firm’s overall accounting integrity.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person New York, NY

• Team: Growing accounting team
• Mission: This person supports the core financial operations by managing daily accounting tasks and ensuring accurate financial records.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Process: Support the full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes.
• Manage: Assist with cash management and daily cash activity.
• Reconcile: Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Close: Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account analysis.
• Maintain: Maintain accurate accounting records across multiple entities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; this is an entry-level professional role.
• Experience: 1–3 years of prior accounting experience.
• Skills: Strong Excel proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, effective communication skills, and strong organizational capabilities.