Junior Accountant

PBS Facility Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PBS Facility Service in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Junior Accountant to support the finance team with accounts receivable, bank deposits, reconciliations, and collections. The role reports to the Financial Controller and requires meticulous record-keeping and reliable reporting.

The ideal candidate holds an accounting diploma or is pursuing CPA, has at least 1 year in accounting with bank reconciliations, and is proficient in QuickBooks (Enterprise).

Qualifications

• Accounting diploma or active CPA progress toward certification.
• Minimum 1 year in accounting with emphasis on bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with GAAP and strong record-keeping discipline.
• At least 1 year using QuickBooks (Enterprise preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process check deposits and record transactions accurately.
• Reconcile deposits in QuickBooks to keep records accurate.
• Prepare AR aging reports and monitor balances.
• Communicate with customers to collect payments within 30 days.
• Record ACH deposits and perform monthly bank reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Bank reconciliations

QuickBooks

GAAP

Communication

MS Office

Education

Accounting diploma

CPA progress

Tools

QuickBooks Enterprise

MS Excel

Job description

Job Overview

Job Description: Junior Accountant PBS Facility Service is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our Brooklyn office team, this is a new and integral role within our financial team. This role encompasses various responsibilities including Accounts Receivable, bank deposits, bank reconciliation, collections, and customer service. The Junior Accountant will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial records, efficient account management, and timely collections, contributing to the overall financial success of the company. This position reports directly to the Financial Controller.

Accounts Receivable

What you will do

• Process check deposits electronically, accurately recording all transactions.
• Reconcile deposits in Quickbooks to maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and analyze Accounts Receivable aging reports to monitor outstanding balances.
• Manage proactive communications with customers, ensuring collections are completed within 30 days of billing.
• Conduct diligent follow-up on aged receivables, providing clear communication and detailed written reports per customer.

Banking

• Record ACH deposits in the bank system, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Perform monthly bank account reconciliation for multiple entities to ensure financial accuracy.
• Follow up on outstanding transactions and discrepancies to maintain up-to-date financial records.
• Be receptive to additional duties assigned by the manager as needed to support the finance team and company operations.

What You Need To Be Successful

• Possession of an Accounting diploma and/or active progress toward a CPA certification. Relevant training and coursework will also be considered.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounting role, with a specific emphasis on bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and a strong adherence to good work practices.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience using Quickbooks, with a preference for experience with Quickbooks Enterprise
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to facilitate customer interactions and reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Suite
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.