Junior Staff Accountant

Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Junior Staff Accountant to support day‑to‑day accounting activities, with a strong focus on bank reconciliations, cash activity, and month‑end close. This role is best suited for someone with a few years of hands‑on accounting experience who is comfortable owning reconciliations, understands accrual accounting, and can work through differences with limited supervision.You will work closely with the Accounting Manager and play an important role in keeping the general ledger clean, accounts reconciled, and close tasks completed accurately and on time. This position will also support ongoing improvements to accounting processes and our use of Dynamics 365 Business Central.Key ResponsibilitiesBank and Cash ReconciliationsPrepare and complete monthly bank reconciliations for operating and clearing accountsReconcile cash receipts from customers and third‑party payment platforms to bank deposits and the general ledgerResearch and resolve reconciling items such as timing differences, fees, deposits in transit, and other discrepanciesEnsure reconciliations are properly supported, clearly documented, and completed on scheduleGeneral Ledger and ReconciliationsPerform regular reconciliations between sub‑systems, payment platforms, and the general ledgerIdentify errors or inconsistencies and work with the Accounting Manager to resolve themMake sure transactions are recorded in the correct accounting period with appropriate supportMonth‑End Close and AccrualsSupport the month‑end close process, including preparation of journal entries for cash, accruals, deferrals, and reclassesAssist with balance sheet account reconciliations and roll‑forwardsHelp identify items that require accruals and maintain supporting schedulesMeet close deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detailSystems and Process SupportEnter and review transactions in Dynamics 365 Business CentralAssist with system improvements, testing, and cleanup related to reconciliations and close processesHelp document procedures and improve consistency in how reconciliations and close tasks are performedGeneral Accounting SupportMaintain organized, audit‑ready workpapers and reconciliation filesAssist with ad‑hoc accounting projects as neededSupport the Accounting Manager with ongoing close and reporting activitiesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field1–3 years of accounting experienceHands‑on experience with bank and balance sheet reconciliationsSolid understanding of general ledger accounting and accrualsStrong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and SUMIF formulas, used in reconciliation workHigh attention to detail and the ability to investigate and resolve differencesComfortable working in a month‑end close environment with deadlinesPreferred QualificationsExperience working in an ERP system, preferably Dynamics 365 Business CentralExperience reconciling clearing accounts or third‑party payment platformsPrior involvement in improving or documenting close and reconciliation processesWhat This Role OwnsAccurate and timely bank reconciliationsClean, well‑supported balance sheet accountsReliable execution during month‑end closeClear documentation and reconciliation supportContinuous improvement of reconciliation and close processes