Junior Accountant - 17271

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Role:  Junior Accountant

Working Hours: 8AM - 5PM (Mon - Fri) CST

Salary Range: USD 1200 - USD 2600 USD per month (The final offer is at the client’s discretion and depends on the candidate’s interview result, skills, and experience.)

Type of contract: Independent Contractor 

Type of job: Remote

Role Overview: 

We are hiring a Junior Accountant to support the day-to-day transactional accounting work as we rebuild our internal accounting department after transitioning away from an external consulting firm. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is highly detail-oriented and eager to grow into a more senior role over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with accounts payable:
  • Prepare bills for payment
  • Ensure proper documentation and approvals
• Support month-end close activities
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Assist with journal entries and basic general ledger maintenance
• Support senior accountants with ad hoc accounting tasks and reporting
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Xero, or similar preferred)
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to follow processes and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Nice-to-Have

• Prior experience working with US-based companies
• Exposure to month-end close processes