Whitehall & Company
JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full Time
OVERVIEW
We are looking for an ambitious Junior Accountant who we can rely on to manage daily accounting tasks such as posting journal entries, preparing financial statements, and maintaining accounts, receivables, or payables.
STARTING DATE: Immediate Start
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for the general accounting function including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and ledgers and account and back reconciliations. Assisting with monthly closings and account analysis and supporting senior accountant in carrying out the responsibilities of the accounting department.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Post and process the journal entries to make sure that all transactions have been recorded.
Update the account receivables on a daily basis and issue invoices.
Update the accounts payable on a daily basis and perform reconciliations.
Assist the team in the preparation of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
Compile statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses
Experienced in working with software including Microsoft Excel, Quickbooks, Zoho Books and Tally
Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records
Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings.
Assist with other accounting projects as needed.
SKILLS and COMPETENCIES
Proficient in Microsoft office applications
Great attention to detail and accuracy
Planning and organizing
Deadline-Driven
Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen
Analytical mind
Excellent communication skills
Excellent understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
REQUIREMENTS :
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or relevant field
At least 2 year experience as a junior accountant
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws regarding accounting, finances and taxation
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is a plus but not required
To apply for this job please visit whitehallconsulting.com..