Responsibilities of the Junior Accountant:

• Perform weekly bank statement reconciliations.
• Analyze general ledger for accuracy preparing journal entries as needed.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly and year end closing, including annual audit.
• Monitor, analyze and reconcile general ledger, prepaid expenses, miscellaneous. receivables, accruals and other balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain fixed assets and depreciation system.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly state sales tax returns.
• Assist with other accounting tasks and projects as assigned.

Background Required for the Junior Accountant role:

• Associates or Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
• Prior experience working in an accounting/finance department is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem - solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, time management, organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi task.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel.