Junior Accountant

Massat Consulting Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on qualifications and NYC

Vacation days: 10/15/20 plus floating

Job summary

Massat Consulting Group is hiring a Junior Accountant in New York City to manage a portfolio of French companies operating in the U.S. The role offers on-site work and exposure to U.S. tax, social, and legal regulations, with a focus on accurate bookkeeping and client communications.

You will record transactions, assist with closings, prepare financial statements, and support tax return work under senior review. Strong Excel skills and English proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field with relevant coursework.
• At least two years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting firm.
• Proficiency in bookkeeping, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.
• Professional working proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records for an assigned portfolio of clients.
• Record and review transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries.
• Prepare bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with preparing tax returns and supporting documentation under senior review.
• Communicate with clients to collect information, follow up on outstanding items, and respond to routine accounting questions.
• Organize supporting documentation and track deadlines across multiple client assignments.
• Identify issues early and communicate questions, delays, or missing information to the team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Follow-through

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Type: Full time (M – F, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM).

Work Location: On-Site, NYC

About us

With over 40 years of experience, Massat Consulting Group delivers accounting, tax, and consulting services to diverse clients across the USA, Mexico and France. We are a dynamic management consulting firm based in Manhattan, providing a wide range of services to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

About the role

We are seeking for a Junior Accountant who is eager to train in managing a portfolio of French companies operating in the U.S. across various sectors and learn about U.S. tax, social, and legal regulations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field with relevant accounting coursework.
• At least two years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting firm serving multiple clients.
• A solid understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with QuickBooks software is a plus.
• Professional working proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently on assigned tasks.
• Clear communication skills and a willingness to ask questions, receive feedback, and learn.
• Discretion when handling confidential client information.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records for an assigned portfolio of clients.
• Record and review transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and journal entries.
• Prepare bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with preparing tax returns and supporting documentation under senior review.
• Communicate with clients to collect information, follow up on outstanding items, and respond to routine accounting questions.
• Organize supporting documentation and track deadlines across multiple client assignments.
• Identify issues early and communicate questions, delays, or missing information to the team.

What we Offer

• Salary: Based on qualifications and location.
• Vacations: 10 days on the 1 first year, 15 starting in the second year, and 20 days during the third year, plus floating holidays.