Junior Accountant

Aston Carter•New York, NY

2d•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

This role focuses on recording and maintaining accurate financial transactions using an ERP system and Excel, with a strong emphasis on accounts payable, general ledger accuracy, and audit readiness. The bookkeeper supports month-end and year-end closing activities, prepares financial reports for leadership, and ensures compliance with internal controls and company policies. This position offers the opportunity to grow with a dynamic beauty and wellness brand and potentially convert to a long-term, full-time role.

Requirements

At least 1 year of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
Hands-on experience with accounts payable, including invoice processing and vendor payments.
Proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions.
Experience working with an ERP system for financial transactions and reporting.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and journal entries.
Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes.
Audit preparation experience, including organizing and providing documentation for audit reviews.
Analytical skills, including variance analysis and budget versus actual comparisons.
Accurate and efficient data entry skills with strong attention to detail.
Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
High level of integrity and professionalism in handling financial information.
Ability to follow established internal controls and accounting policies consistently.
Strong communication skills to present financial data clearly to management.
Interest in growing within a beauty and wellness brand and developing a long-term career.
Ability to adapt to evolving processes and systems in a growing organization.

Responsibilities

Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the ERP system and Excel, ensuring data integrity and completeness.
Manage the full accounts payable process, including invoice processing, vendor payment preparation, and reconciliation of vendor accounts.
Monitor and maintain general ledger entries, ensuring all postings are accurate, timely, and properly supported.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Prepare and organize documentation to support internal and external audit processes, ensuring all records are complete and easily accessible.
Generate financial reports and provide requested financial data and analysis to management in a clear and timely manner.
Perform variance analysis, including budget versus actual comparisons, and highlight key findings or discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and established accounting procedures in all daily activities.
Perform accurate and efficient data entry to support accounting records and financial reporting.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies, clarify financial information, and support operational decision-making.
Maintain a high level of organization in managing financial documents, schedules, and electronic files.