Junior Finance and Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Junior Finance and Accounting Assistant | RemoteHunter

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a fast-growing startup, located remotely in the United States. The company builds legal AI solutions that aim to transform the litigation workflow by developing technology-driven tools that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with financial analysis, and contributing to smooth finance operations. It offers an opportunity to develop finance skills within an innovative technology environment and grow into broader responsibilities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote, United States
• Pay: $90000–$120000 yearly
• Team: Supports finance team and executive leadership
• Mission: Maintain accurate financial records, assist with financial analysis, and contribute to smooth finance operations.
• Tech Stack: Excel, Google Sheets, QuickBooks Online

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounting Schedules: Prepare various accounting schedules, including those for doubtful accounts, employee bonuses, depreciation, and amortization.
• Revenue Operations: Assist with invoice preparation and manage accounts receivable collections processes.
• Core Finance Operations: Support recurring finance functions such as payroll processing, insurance management, financial filings, audits, month-end close, and accounts payable.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analyses under guidance to support decision-making.
• Leadership Support: Provide administrative support to the CEO, COO, Financial Controller, and Head of Finance while handling sensitive information confidentially.
• Operational Improvement: Identify and implement workflow and operational improvements to enhance efficiency.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, business, or a related field, with basic knowledge of accounting principles and concepts.
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in junior finance or accounting roles, proficiency with Excel and Google Sheets, and experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Skills: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, operate autonomously and take initiative, strong organizational and multitasking abilities, proactive and resourceful, analytical, and data-driven mindset.
• Bonus: Experience with Ramp or payroll platforms.