Junior Accountant

John Evans Recruiting; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from seasoned professionals

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Baltimore seeks an Entry-Level Accountant with a focus on Accounts Payable. This position offers a chance for early-career professionals to develop their skills in a supportive environment through mentorship and involvement in various finance functions. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and be eager to contribute to both accounting and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; internship or 0–2 years experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with invoice processing, vendor management, and payment cycles.
• Participate in month-end close and reconciliation activities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives across AP.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Eagerness to learn

Education

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

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Entry-Level Accountant – Accounts Payable

John Evans Recruiting is partnering with a dynamic and well-respected organization in Baltimore to source an entry-level Accountant with a focus in Accounts Payable. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated early-career professional to gain hands‑on experience in a collaborative environment that values growth, mentorship, and continuous improvement.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Supportive team culture with strong mentorship from seasoned professionals
• Exposure to more than just transactional AP — get involved in process improvement, accounting analysis, and broader finance functions
• Clear path for professional development and skill-building across general accounting

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with invoice processing, vendor management, and payment cycles
• Participate in month‑end close and reconciliation activities
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives across AP and accounting operations
• Support financial analysis and reporting projects
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with accounting and operations teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Internship or 0–2 years of professional experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Excel and willingness to work with accounting systems

This is more than just an entry‑level AP role—it’s a launchpad for a well‑rounded accounting career. If you're ready to grow in a high‑impact, high‑support environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Analyst

Industries

Accounting, Hospitals and Health Care, and Manufacturing