Junior Accountant

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a junior accountant for one of our clients. The Junior Accountant will be responsible for the maintenance of financial records and ensuring accuracy. This Junior Accountant will be working 100% onsite and on a contract  basis. Qualified candidates will be considered immediately and begin the interview process.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded
• Help ensure the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts
• Prepare account reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts 
• Compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and other financial reports
• Help prepare journal entries
• Assist in P&L account analysis
• Assist in preparing audit schedules and confirmation at year-end close
• Assist with tax audits
• Assist in ad hoc projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Understanding of accounting principles
• High attention to detail and a team player
• Basic Excel skills
• Degree preferred, but not required