Junior Accountant

LHH; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Part-Time Associate in Knoxville to support the Finance & Accounting department. You will assist with reports for accounting leaders and the owner, process invoices for payment, and reconcile bank accounts.

This role offers a chance to learn accounting principles and compliance standards while collaborating with peers. The position emphasizes attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing reports for accounting leaders and owner.
• Process invoices for payment.
• Reconcile bank accounts and transactions.
• Support billing/AR process.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with team members across departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Communication & teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software (Sage MAS100, Mas90, QuickBooks Enterprise)

Job description

Job Type: Part-Time (25-30/hrs per week) | Associate

Department: Finance & Accounting

Reports To: Accounting Supervisor

What You’ll Do

• Assist with preparing reports for accounting leaders and owner
• Process invoices for payment
• Reconcile bank accounts and transactions
• Support billing/AR process
• Learn and apply accounting principles and compliance standards
• Collaborating with team members across departments

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (recent grads welcome)
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software (PLUS if you have Sage/Mas100 or Quickbooks Enterprise
• Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Bonus Points If You Have

• Internship or volunteer experience in accounting or finance
• Exposure to tools like QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Mas90, or other ERP systems

Why Join Us?

• Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals
• Clear career development paths and training opportunities