Junior Accountant

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a detailoriented and motivated Junior Accountant to join our team. This entrylevel position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals looking to start their career in accounting. As a Junior Accountant you will work closely with our accounting team to support various financial tasks and gain handson experience in all aspects of accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. General Ledger Maintenance: Assist with maintaining accurate and uptodate general ledger accounts by recording journal entries reconciling accounts and ensuring data integrity.
2. Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices payments and receipts and assist with reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
3. Financial Reporting: Prepare financial reports including balance sheets income statements and cash flow statements under the guidance of senior accounting staff.
4. Bank Reconciliations: Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
5. Expense Tracking: Monitor and categorize company expenses ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
6. Assistance with Audits: Support senior accountants during internal and external audits by providing documentation and answering inquiries as needed.
7. Tax Preparation: Assist with gathering information and preparing tax returns including corporate income tax returns and sales tax filings.
8. Ad Hoc Financial Analysis: Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and assist with special projects as assigned by senior management.
9. Compliance: Stay updated on relevant accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
10. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounting function.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
• 12 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment. Recent graduates with internships or coop experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks Sage or Xero).
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to work with large datasets and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive financial information.
• A proactive and selfmotivated attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Remote Work :

No