Junior Accountant

in Professional Services
  • Forest Hills, New York View on Map
  • Salary: $26.00 - $26.00
Contract

Job Detail

  • Experience Level Entry Level
  • Degree Type Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  • Employment Contract
  • Working Type On Site
  • Job Reference 0000017034
  • Salary Type Hourly
  • Industry Education
  • Selling Points

    Enhance your accounting skills in a temporary onsite role. Collaborate with experienced professionals for seamless task delegation. Gain valuable experience in journal entries and reconciliations.

Job Description

Overview

  • Support financial operations by performing journal entries and reconciliations for a contract-based accounting role.
  • Collaborate with the existing team during a temporary assignment lasting one month.
  • Work onsite during standard business hours, ensuring seamless integration with the team.
  • Gain hands-on experience in accounting processes, ideal for recent graduates.
  • Engage in a structured onboarding process with overlap for task delegation.
  • Contribute to maintaining efficient financial operations during the temporary absence of a team member.
  • Participate in a streamlined hiring process, including a video interview.
  • Work in a supportive environment with accessible transportation options.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Perform accurate journal entries to support financial reporting and compliance.
  • Conduct reconciliations to ensure the integrity of financial data.
  • Collaborate with the outgoing accountant for knowledge transfer and task delegation.
  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation for auditing purposes.
  • Assist in preparing financial statements and reports as required.
  • Follow established accounting procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance.
  • Adapt to the dynamic needs of the team during the temporary assignment.
  • Provide timely updates and communicate effectively with team members.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Accounting or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, preferably in journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and tools for efficient task execution.
  • Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work onsite during standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM).
  • Availability for a temporary one-month assignment starting April 13.
  • Willingness to participate in a video interview as part of the hiring process.
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