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Junior Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$82,056 / year median in California
-25% projected decline
Job Description
You'll work closely with experienced accounting professionals and have the opportunity to expand your responsibilities as you become more comfortable with the company's systems and processes.
ResponsibilitiesPrepare basic journal entries and accounting transactionsAssist with bank and credit card reconciliationsMaintain general ledger documentationAssist with Accounts Payable invoice processingPost customer payments and assist with Accounts ReceivablePrepare account reconciliation schedulesAssist with monthly close activitiesResearch discrepancies and correct accounting informationMaintain organized financial recordsAssist with recurring financial reports and spreadsheetsSupport audits and special accounting projects