Junior

Perfect Jobs 4U; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(K) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Perfect Jobs 4U is seeking a Junior Accountant to support a growing real estate company in the Miami Beach area. The role focuses on full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, GL management, AP/AR, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close, with an Excel assessment in the hiring process.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, at least 6 months of accounting experience, and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Qualifications

• 6 months of accounting experience or more.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close.
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts; post journal entries.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes and ensure timely payments and collections.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities and coordinate with teams for timely reporting.
• Assist in budgets and forecasts; provide variance analysis.
• Support tax return preparation and audits as needed.
• Collaborate with external advisors and internal stakeholders on reporting initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Client Overview

Our client is a growing real estate company expanding throughout the South Florida market. With multiple business lines and a continued focus on acquiring new opportunities, the organization offers a dynamic and evolving environment for accounting professionals. They are currently seeking a Junior Accountant to support their growing finance team. This role is located in Miami Beach.

Salary/Hourly Rate

$55,000 to $70,000

Position Overview

The Junior Accountant in Miami Beach will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of the company's financial activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles and reporting requirements. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional with an interest in the real estate industry and a desire to contribute to a growing organization. The ideal Junior Accountant will have strong Excel skills, experience with full-cycle accounting, and the ability to manage multiple financial processes, including financial reporting, general ledger management, accounts payable and receivable, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close activities. An Excel assessment will be required as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities Of The Junior Accountant

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, review and post journal entries, and monitor transactions for completeness and accuracy.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, vendor payments, and customer collections.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes while coordinating with other teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with the finance team to develop annual budgets and forecasts, monitor performance, and provide variance analysis.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis to support decision-making and identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization as Junior Accountant.
• Assist in preparing tax returns and support audits while ensuring compliance with applicable tax regulations.
• Work with external advisors and internal stakeholders to support accounting and financial reporting initiatives.

Required Experience/Skills For The Junior Accountant

• Strong Excel skills are required.
• Minimum of 6 month of accounting experience.
• Bachelor's degree as Junior Accountant.
• Experience with full-cycle accounting, including financial reporting and month-end close.

Preferred Experience/Skills For The Junior Accountant

• Professional demeanor with excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA is a plus.
• Continuing education in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
• Knowledge of tax regulations, compliance standards, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools is preferred.

Benefits

• If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental, and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered.
• Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(K) retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable.
• Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable.