Junior Accountant

Posted 3 Hours Ago
Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
Junior
Agency • Information Technology • Professional Services • Financial Services
The Role
Support daily bookkeeping, AP/AR, invoicing, reconciliations, and maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Online. Use Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) to analyze and reconcile data, follow up on payments, document processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve accounting workflows in a fast-growing remote startup.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is a remote position.

Our client is looking for a Junior Accountant to support their day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and help strengthen internal accounting processes as the organization continues to scale. They operate a fast-growing, technology-enabled platform in the healthcare staffing space and have significantly expanded their professional network, geographic reach, and service capabilities in recent years.

This is an ideal opportunity for an early-career accounting professional who is comfortable working with financial data, enjoys creating order and accuracy, and wants to develop their skills within a dynamic startup environment. The right candidate will be proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership of recurring accounting activities while learning and growing alongside the business.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and maintain accurate daily bookkeeping records and financial transactions.
  • Support the company's daily accounting activities and ensure financial information is entered and organized correctly.
  • Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes, including tracking outstanding items and maintaining accurate records.
  • Prepare, issue, track, and follow up on client invoices and outstanding payments.
  • Perform regular account and transaction reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies when necessary.
  • Maintain accurate financial information within QuickBooks Online (QBO).
  • Use Microsoft Excel to organize, analyze, and reconcile financial data using functions such as PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and related formulas.
  • Follow up with clients regarding invoices, payments, and other accounting-related matters in a professional and timely manner.
  • Maintain organized accounting documentation and supporting records.
  • Assist with improving, documenting, and building internal accounting processes as the company grows.
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to obtain information needed to keep accounting records complete and current.
  • Identify inconsistencies, missing information, or process gaps and proactively work toward solutions.
  • Support additional accounting and bookkeeping activities as business needs evolve.


Requirements
  • Previous experience or foundational professional experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a closely related function.
  • Hands-on knowledge of QuickBooks Online (QBO).
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and common formulas used to organize and analyze financial information.
  • Practical understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
  • Experience performing financial or account reconciliations.
  • Familiarity with invoicing and payment follow-up processes.
  • Ability to manage recurring daily bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities accurately.
  • High level of spoken and written English proficiency, including the ability to communicate professionally with clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong attention to detail and comfort working extensively with numbers and financial data.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and follow through on tasks without requiring constant supervision.
  • Adaptability and willingness to work within a fast-moving startup environment.
Qualifications
  • Degree or ongoing education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
  • Early-career accounting professionals with strong practical bookkeeping skills are encouraged to apply.
  • Analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Proactive, hands-on, and resourceful mindset.
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Comfortable working in an environment where processes may still be evolving or being built.
  • Ability to learn new processes and tools quickly.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Genuine eagerness to learn, develop professionally, and take on additional responsibility over time.


Benefits
  • Full-time position.
  • 100% remote opportunity.
  • Opportunity to work with a fast-growing U.S. company.
  • Exposure to the accounting operations of a scaling startup.
  • Opportunity to help improve and develop internal accounting processes rather than simply execute established routines.


  • Skills Required

    • Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or closely related function
    • Hands-on knowledge of QuickBooks Online (QBO)
    • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP
    • Practical understanding of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
    • Experience performing financial or account reconciliations
    • Familiarity with invoicing and payment follow-up processes
    • Ability to manage recurring daily bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities accurately
    • High level of spoken and written English proficiency for client and stakeholder communication
    • Strong attention to detail and comfort working with numbers and financial data
    • Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and follow through without constant supervision
    • Adaptability and willingness to work within a fast-moving startup environment
    • Degree or ongoing education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
    • Analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving and decision-making
    • Proactive, hands-on, and resourceful mindset
    • Strong organizational and time-management abilities
    • Ability to learn new processes and tools quickly
    • Strong sense of ownership and accountability
    • Eagerness to learn, develop professionally, and take on additional responsibility over time
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    The Company
    38 Employees
    Year Founded: 2021

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