Job Summary:

 Handles a range of accounting tasks under the supervision of senior accountants or accounting managers. This role involves supporting the accounting team with day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate record-keeping, preparing financial reports, and assisting in budgeting and audits. The Junior Accountant will be expected to have a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices and will be learning and growing in their role with more responsibilities over time.

Tasks and responsibilities:

1. Assist in the preparation of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements).
2. Maintain general ledger entries, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation of accounts.
3. Post journal entries to the accounting system and reconcile discrepancies.
4. Follow up on overdue accounts and ensure timely collection of receivables.
5. Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate records and proper reflection of transactions.
6. Assist senior accountants in the preparation of management reports and financial analysis.
7. Assist in tracking and accounting for inventory and fixed assets.
8. Assist in internal audits and ensure compliance with company policies.
9. Assist in the preparation of working papers for the external auditors.
10. Ensure that accounting files and documents are properly organized and stored.