Junior Accountant

Job Description

Junior Accountant | YMCA of Dane County

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at the YMCA of Dane County, a non-profit organization dedicated to building healthy spirits, minds, and bodies for all. We are looking for a Junior Accountant to join our finance team in a supportive and hands-on environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger work. You will play a key role in ensuring the financial accuracy and operational efficiency that supports the YMCA’s vital community programs and services.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Madison, WI
• Team: Finance team, reporting to the Accounting Manager
• Mission: Ensures accurate financial records and supports daily accounting operations.
• Tech Stack: Accounting software, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Payable & Receivable Management: Take primary responsibility for processing a high volume of invoices and payments, managing core accounts payable functions, and handling some accounts receivable tasks. This area constitutes approximately 70% of the role’s responsibilities.
• Financial Reconciliations: Actively assist with various bank and account reconciliations, ensuring all financial records are accurate and discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly.
• General Ledger Support & Close Processes: Prepare essential journal entries and provide direct support to the finance team during critical month-end and year-end close procedures. This general ledger work makes up about 25% of the role.
• Annual Audit Preparation: Work closely with the Accounting Manager to gather, organize, and prepare all necessary financial documentation and records required for the annual audit process.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Accounting. This foundational knowledge is essential for understanding core financial principles and practices relevant to the role.
• Experience: Bring up to three years of practical experience in accounting or general bookkeeping roles. This experience should demonstrate a working knowledge of financial transactions and record-keeping.
• Skills: Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manage and analyze financial data effectively. Familiarity with standard accounting software is also required to navigate and utilize our systems.
• Bonus: Exhibit strong attention to detail, crucial for accurate financial processing and reconciliation. Possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proactive willingness to learn and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.