Junior Accountant

LHH; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a motivated accounting professional to join its finance team in Cincinnati, OH. This direct hire role supports ongoing business operations by maintaining accurate financial records and collaborating with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Salary ranges from $50,000 to $65,000 annually. Responsibilities include monthly close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, financial analysis, and collaboration with departments to ensure accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1+ years of accounting experience, including reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with an ERP or financial management system is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly accounting close activities by ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and deadlines are met.
• Prepare and enter journal entries, including recurring transactions, accruals, and prepaid adjustments.
• Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies to ensure data integrity.
• Analyze financial results and explain fluctuations compared to budgets, forecasts, and prior periods.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other general ledger accounts.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in line with internal controls.
• Coordinate with operational departments to gather, review, and validate information needed for accurate financial reporting.
• Support tracking and reporting related to capital projects and fixed asset activity.
• Assist with cash management responsibilities, including monitoring balances and processing funding requests.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting efforts.
• Provide assistance during audits and respond to requests from accounting leadership.
• Recommend and support process improvements that strengthen financial controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Organization

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

LHH is seeking a motivated accounting professional to join its finance team. This position will work closely with accounting leadership and cross-functional teams to maintain accurate financial records and support ongoing business operations. This position is direct hire and will pay between $50K and $65K annually.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly accounting close activities by ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and deadlines are met.
• Prepare and enter journal entries, including recurring transactions, accruals, and prepaid adjustments.
• Perform account reconciliations and research discrepancies to ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Analyze financial results and assist in explaining fluctuations compared to budgets, forecasts, and prior reporting periods.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other assigned general ledger accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with internal control standards.
• Coordinate with operational departments to gather, review, and validate information needed for accurate financial reporting.
• Support tracking and reporting related to capital projects and fixed asset activity.
• Assist with cash management responsibilities, including monitoring balances and processing funding requests.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and forecasting efforts.
• Provide assistance during audits and respond to requests from accounting leadership.
• Recommend and support process improvements that enhance efficiency and strengthen financial controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 1+ years of accounting experience, including exposure to reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working within an ERP, accounting, or financial management system is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally within a growing accounting function.