Job Details

A growing organization in Providence is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join its collaborative finance team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career accounting professional looking to strengthen their technical accounting skills while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced professional environment.

In this role, you'll support a variety of core accounting functions while working alongside an experienced team that values accuracy, collaboration, and professional growth. If you are eager to build your accounting career and expand your financial expertise, this could be the ideal next step for you.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Range: $52,000 – $55,000 annually
• Collaborative and professional team environment
• Excellent opportunity for career growth and long-term development

Core Responsibilities of the Junior Accountant:

• Maintain and update the general ledger by accurately recording daily financial transactions
• Process accounts payable activities, including invoice review, approval coordination, and timely vendor payments
• Manage accounts receivable functions by generating invoices, monitoring incoming payments, and assisting with collections efforts
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries for accruals, prepaids, and depreciation
• Support the preparation of financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Organize financial documentation and schedules to support internal and external audit processes
• Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies
• Utilize accounting software and advanced Excel tools to analyze, manage, and maintain financial data integrity

Qualifications of the Junior Accountant:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline required
• 0–2 years of accounting experience; ideal for recent graduates or entry-level professionals
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial data analysis
• Solid understanding of GAAP principles and the overall accounting cycle
• Familiarity with ERP systems or accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, or SAP is highly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial records
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial staff
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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