A junior accountant is an entry-level position within an accounting department, primarily responsible for basic accounting tasks like data entry, maintaining financial records, processing invoices, reconciling bank statements, and preparing financial reports under the supervision of a senior accountant or accounting manager; essentially gaining hands-on experience in managing financial transactions while ensuring accuracy in accounting records. 
Key responsibilities of a junior accountant may include:

• Accounts receivable: Maintaining customer invoices, tracking outstanding payments, and sending reminders. 

• Accounts payable: Processing vendor invoices, verifying accuracy, and ensuring timely payments. 

• Bank reconciliation: Matching bank statements with company records to identify discrepancies. 

• Journal entries: Posting daily transactions to the general ledger. 

• Financial statement preparation: Assisting in compiling balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. 

• Reporting: Generating regular financial reports for management review. 

• Auditing support: Assisting with internal and external audit processes 

• Compliance: Ensuring adherence to accounting standards and regulations 

• Data entry: Recording financial transactions into accounting software, including sales, purchases, expenses, and payroll. 

Qualifications for a junior accountant role typically include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP)

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

• Basic understanding of accounting principles

• Excellent communication and organizational skills 

• Junior Accountant job description – Recruiting Resources – Workab

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