Junior Accountant

Summary

The Junior Accountant owns Accounts Receivable and credit management, prepares general ledger entries and account reconciliations, and supports month-end close, financial reporting, and analysis. The role is to work with customers and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain accurate financial records.

• Manage the full Accounts Receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash application, customer accounts, credit memos, statements, and discrepancy resolution.
• Manage collections and credit, including aging follow-up, dispute resolution, credit reviews, limits, terms, and holds.
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries with appropriate support.
• Reconcile Accounts Receivable, bank, cash, balance sheet, and assigned general ledger accounts; resolve variances promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end close, including accruals, account analysis, schedules, and cutoff review.
• Assist with financial statements, management reports, audits, and analysis of aging, collections, credit exposure, and account variances.
• Maintain accurate records and internal controls, and provide backup support for other accounting functions.

(This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded or adjusted as needed.)

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Reports To: Controller

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary

The Junior Accountant owns Accounts Receivable and credit management, prepares general ledger entries and account reconciliations, and supports month-end close, financial reporting, and analysis. The role is to work with customers and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain accurate financial records.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

• Manage the full Accounts Receivable cycle, including invoicing, cash application, customer accounts, credit memos, statements, and discrepancy resolution.
• Manage collections and credit, including aging follow-up, dispute resolution, credit reviews, limits, terms, and holds.
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries with appropriate support.
• Reconcile Accounts Receivable, bank, cash, balance sheet, and assigned general ledger accounts; resolve variances promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end close, including accruals, account analysis, schedules, and cutoff review.
• Assist with financial statements, management reports, audits, and analysis of aging, collections, credit exposure, and account variances.
• Maintain accurate records and internal controls, and provide backup support for other accounting functions.

Key Performance Expectations

• Process receivables, journal entries, reconciliations, and close tasks accurately and on time.
• Actively reduce past-due balances and resolve credit, collection, and accounting issues.
• Provide reliable schedules and analysis for reporting and management decisions.

Aptitudes And Abilities

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage priorities independently.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds; occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

Education / Training

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• One to three years of accounting experience preferred, including Accounts Receivable, credit and collections, journal entries, and reconcilations.
• Month-end close, financial reporting, analysis, and manufacturing or distribution experience are preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP or accounting systems.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, general ledger accounting, Accounts Receivable, credit and collections, and internal controls.
• Strong…