junior accountants job description includes:
Financial reporting: Preparing financial reports including balance sheets income statements and monthly and quarterly budgets
Accounts: Maintaining accounts receivable and accounts payable including ensuring timely payment of invoices and confirming debt validity
Journal entries: Posting journal entries to record business transactions
Payroll: Paying monthly payroll and gathering payroll expenses
Financial software: Updating financial records using accounting software
Compliance: Adhering to company policies procedures finance laws and regulations
Collaboration: Assisting senior accountants with financial operations and collaborating with other finance team members
Other tasks: Assisting other departments such as HR and Marketing with reviewing expenses
Junior accountants are entrylevel positions in accounting firms or departments and are typically supervised by a senior accountant or accounting manager. A bachelors degree in accounting and a high level of attention to detail are usually prerequisites.
meeting with clients virtually or during sales visits. demonstrating and presenting products. establishing new business. maintaining accurate records. attending trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings. reviewing sales performance. negotiating contracts and packages.
Education
Graduation