Junior Accountant

Job Description

The primary responsibilities of this position include providing financial and administrative support to the Clerk & Comptroller’s Office by assisting with routine accounting tasks, maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, policies, and contracts. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong interest in government accounting and public service. The Junior Accountant will perform tasks such as data entry, report preparation, and support senior finance staff with routine accounting/financial management responsibilities.

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of financial records, including general ledgers, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate documentation of all transactions in accordance with record‑keeping policies.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closeout processes.
• Prepare and submit journal entries with proper documentation and approval.
• Review and verify accuracy of invoices, purchase orders, and other accounting documents.
• Assist in preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders, including financial statements and audits.
• Respond to inquiries from departments, vendors, and the public regarding financial matters.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable statutes, policies, and financial regulations.
• Support audit preparations by providing requested documentation and reports.
• Possess a keen attention to detail and exhibit a high level of professionalism.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Desire to obtain master’s degree in accounting.
• CPA license preferred, or desire to obtain.
• 1–2 years of experience in accounting; governmental accounting experience is a plus.

• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP preferred).
• Familiarity with fund accounting or governmental accounting systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good interpersonal skills and the desire to work in a team environment.
• Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time while concentrating on repetitive or complex tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work in a typical office environment; may require extended hours during audits or fiscal year closeouts.

• $10,000+ annual insurance allotment used to purchase health, life, and miscellaneous insurance products offered by the employer.
• 12 paid vacation days and 12 paid sick days each year of employment after probation ends.
• 12–14 paid holidays per year.
• A percentage (currently 13.63%, subject to change each July) of your gross salary is allotted to a State Retirement Plan (FRS) for you. The employer pays this percentage, and you contribute 3%.