Entry-Level Accountant: General Ledger & Budgeting

MLGW

Memphis, Northern (TN, KY)

Hybrid

USD 57,000 - 70,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Job summary

MLGW in Memphis, TN is seeking an Accountant 1 to support general accounting, risk management and budgeting activities. The role emphasizes accurate journal entries, ledger reconciliation and timely financial reporting.

The successful candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 0–2 years of experience, with a strong eye for details and the ability to work in a structured office environment at AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg, 220 South Main Street, Memphis.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
  • 0 to 2 years of accounting experience required.
  • Works in office under good conditions; occasional field analysis for inventory, research and problem solving.

Responsibilities

  • Compile/verify figures for financial, statistical and budget reports (balance sheets, income statements, budget and pension reports).
  • Prepare journal entries for recording information to the general ledger; assist in reconciling accounts.
  • Assist in developing/implementing less complex accounting and budgeting procedures; maintain pension payroll data.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

MLGW in Memphis, TN is seeking an Accountant 1 to support general accounting, risk management and budgeting activities. The role emphasizes accurate journal entries, ledger reconciliation and timely financial reporting.

The successful candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 0–2 years of experience, with a strong eye for details and the ability to work in a structured office environment at AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg, 220 South Main Street, Memphis.

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