Junior Staff Accountant

Program Development Services Inc. • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization. The Junior Staff Accountant will be responsible for preparing monthly financial statements, maintaining the general ledger, and managing various reconciliation processes. This position also involves assisting with audits, filing tax forms, and coordinating with software vendors to ensure the smooth operation of accounting systems.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting
• Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
• Ability to correctly prepare tax reports
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software

Responsibilities

• Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization
• Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements
• Maintains the general ledger
• Codes invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and closes the monthly books
• Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifying deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks
• Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections
• Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts
• Provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audits
• Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies
• Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; recommends updates to enhance the accounting software
• Manages the purchasing and invoicing system
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Finance Director or Senior Accountant

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed