Junior Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Newburgh, NY is seeking a Junior Accountant to join a CPA firm client. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with multiple clients and develops skills in a public accounting environment.

You will assist with day-to-day bookkeeping, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, assist with month-end close, and support tax projects while building strong analytical and communication abilities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software preferred.
• CPA firm or public accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities for multiple clients
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules
• Assist with tax preparation and other accounting projects
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve questions
• Support senior accountants and CPAs with various client projects
• Assist with special projects and other duties as needed

Job description

Junior Accountant

Location: Newburgh, NY
Industry: CPA Firm
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $55,000–$65,000

Our CPA firm client is looking to add a Junior Accountant to their growing team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants to gain hands-on experience working with multiple clients and develop their skills within a public accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping activities for multiple clients
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules
• Assist with tax preparation and other accounting projects
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Communicate with clients to gather information and resolve questions
• Support senior accountants and CPAs with various client projects
• Assist with special projects and other duties as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• CPA firm or public accounting experience is a plus
• Motivated to learn and grow within a public accounting environment