Junior Accountant

1st Network Solutions; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Network Solutions in Alpharetta, GA is seeking a Junior Accountant to assist with accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end close while learning multiple accounting functions. The role offers exposure to AR, AP, cash, reconciliations, and financial reporting in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and 0–2 years of experience, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience (entry-level welcome).
• Internship or entry-level experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or billing.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems is a plus.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze financial information and reconcile discrepancies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable & Collections: Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collection activities.
• Follow up with customers regarding past-due balances in a professional manner.
• Research and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and payment issues.
• Apply customer payments received through ACH, checks, wires, and credit card transactions.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and payment terms.
• Partner with Sales and Customer Success teams to resolve customer payment concerns.
• Accounting Operations: Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.
• Reconcile customer accounts, bank transactions, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with monthly and year-end close activities.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records.
• Assist with cash flow monitoring and financial reporting activities.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and collection metrics.
• Reconcile and analyze account balances.
• Identify trends or discrepancies requiring management attention.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and special projects as assigned.
• Audit & Compliance: Support internal and external audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Maintain documentation supporting financial transactions.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives designed to increase accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

Attention to detail

Time management

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Recent graduates with relevant internships encouraged

Tools

ERP systems experience

Job description

Our client in the Alpharetta area is looking for an Junior Accountant to join their team. This role will work with and learn most aspects of accounting including AR, AP, Cash General Ledger, Reconciliations and month-end close. This company offers an excellent leadership team with an excellent hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable & Collections

Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.

Monitor accounts receivable aging and assist with collection activities.

Follow up with customers regarding past-due balances in a professional manner.

Research and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and payment issues.

Apply customer payments received through ACH, checks, wires, and credit card transactions.

Maintain accurate customer account records and payment terms.

Partner with Sales and Customer Success teams to resolve customer payment concerns.

Accounting Operations

Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation.

Reconcile customer accounts, bank transactions, and other balance sheet accounts.

Assist with monthly and year-end close activities.

Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.

Maintain accurate and complete accounting records.

Assist with cash flow monitoring and financial reporting activities.

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and collection metrics.

Reconcile and analyze account balances.

Identify trends or discrepancies requiring management attention.

Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and special projects as assigned.

Audit & Compliance

Support internal and external audit requests.

Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.

Maintain documentation supporting financial transactions.

Assist with process improvement initiatives designed to increase accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Recent graduates with relevant internships are encouraged to apply.

Experience

0–2 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience.

Internship or entry-level experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or billing preferred.

Experience with ERP or accounting systems is a plus.

Required Skills:

Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to analyze financial information and reconcile discrepancies.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Skills:

Successful performance in this role includes:

Accurate and timely processing of customer invoices and payments.

Reduction of aged receivables and collection issues.

Accurate account reconciliations and month-end close support.

Effective collaboration across Finance, Sales, Customer Success, and Operations teams.

Continuous improvement of accounting processes and controls.