Junior Accountant Job New York New York USA,Accounting

Location:

Midtown Manhattan, NYC, 10022 — Fully onsite

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; 35 hours per week

Duration:
Initial three-month assignment, with potential extension based on organizational needs

Position Overview

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a Junior Accountant to support its finance team. This role focuses primarily on day-to-day accounts payable across related entities, with additional responsibilities in general accounting, reconciliations, and close support.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on AP experience, an accounting degree, and a detail‑oriented, collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities

Manage vendor setup, collect required documentation, and maintain accurate vendor records.
Review invoices and payment requests for appropriate approvals and supporting documentation; enter approved items into the accounting system.
Prepare and process check runs, wires, and electronic payments, maintaining complete payment records.
Research payment discrepancies and respond to vendor inquiries, coordinating with staff across affiliated locations.
Prepare journal entries, reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts, and produce accounting reports and account analyses.
Assist with month-end and year-end close, audit requests, and other accounting projects.
Support testing and implementation of a new AP workflow system, identifying and reporting processing issues.
Maintain employee timesheets to support payroll processing.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
Approximately three years of relevant accounting experience preferred; candidates with two years of directly relevant experience will also be considered.
Hands‑on experience with accounts payable, reconciliations, and accounting systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, and Microsoft Word.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to resolve discrepancies, learn new systems, and work collaboratively with vendors and colleagues.
Ability to reliably commute to Midtown Manhattan five days per week.

Job :

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