JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

Job Description

Junior Accountant | TalentHop

The Tone:
This is a fully remote role at TalentHop, located in the US or Canada. Our client operates in the beverage co-manufacturing and packaging industry, providing operational services for brand owners. This role addresses the critical need for reliable financial management by supporting accurate financial records, aiding business decision-making, and improving accounting processes within the sector.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote – United States or Canada
• Pay: $60000 yearly
• Mission: This person ensures accurate financial records, supports compliance with purchasing and approval procedures, and aids in maintaining the organization’s overall financial integrity.
• Tech Stack: Excel (formulas, sorting, filtering, lookups); accounting or ERP software (advantageous)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Operations: Assist with day-to-day accounting operations, focusing on accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, payments, and general ledger activities.
• Processing: Process vendor invoices, employee expenses, credit card transactions, and other accounting entries accurately and timely.
• Reconciliations: Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, investigating and resolving any discrepancies found.
• Closing: Support month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate accounting records, ensuring proper coding and documentation for financial transactions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience. This role requires basic knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, and accounts payable and purchase order cycles.
• Experience: Approximately 1 to 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting is preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Excel (formulas, sorting, filtering, lookups); detail-oriented with effective communication skills; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and manufacturing or consumer packaged goods experience are assets. Experience with accounting or ERP software is advantageous.