Junior Accountant Job Description

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Junior Accountant:

We’re looking for someone who enjoys numbers and wants to grow themselves professionally to fill our Junior Accountant position. You would prepare financial statements as needed, while learning from our Senior Accountants. This position requires a strong work ethic and a willingness to participate in a team. In this role, you will be given a variety of tasks to help you learn about accounting and you will receive constant feedback that you must take constructively. High quality work and attention to detail are the keys to success in this position.

Junior Accountant Responsibilties:

This position reports to the Accounting Manager. Responsibilities may include the following:

• Creating accurate reports and financial statements
• Maintaining and organizing financial records
• Creating journal entries as required
• Adhering to accepted accounting principles
• Responding to manager and client queries
• Additional projects as required
  
  

Junior Accountant Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education focusing on Accounting
• 1+ years of experience
• CPA designation preferred
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g. Sage)
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality
• Strong communication skills
  
  

Junior Accountant Core Skills:

• Sage software
• Microsoft excel
• Business knowledge
• Communication
• Teamwork