Junior Accountant

Job Description

Junior Accountant | Talently

The Tone:
This is an on-site role at Talently, located in Smyrna, Georgia. The company is an established organization in the manufacturing industry, focused on efficient production, accurate inventory, and continued business growth. This role is vital for supporting these objectives through disciplined financial management. You will contribute to accurate reporting and informed business decisions, directly impacting the company’s operational success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person – Smyrna, GA
• Pay: $60000–$65000 yearly
• Team: Reports to the Controller; collaborates with production and procurement teams.
• Mission: Contribute to accurate financial reporting and informed business decisions for a manufacturing operation.
• Tech Stack: MS Excel, SAP

What You’ll Actually Do
• Transactions: Record and reconcile daily accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions.
• Reporting: Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Inventory: Support inventory costing, cycle counts, variance analysis, and cost of goods sold calculations.
• Close Process: Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements and vendor accounts, actively researching and resolving discrepancies.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Foundational knowledge of cost accounting, financial accounting, and manufacturing operations.
• Experience: 0-2 years of related accounting experience, including internships, with demonstrated experience in AP/AR processing, journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activities.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, and clear written and verbal communication in English.
• Bonus: Experience with SAP or another ERP system, prior accounting experience within a manufacturing environment, or progress toward CPA certification.