Junior Accountant

Northbound Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbound Executive Search is seeking a Junior Accountant for a client, a leading finance firm in NYC. This role offers broad exposure across the accounting function within a fast-paced financial services environment.

Responsibilities include AP/AR support, cash management, reconciliations, month-end close, and general ledger maintenance across multiple entities. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance and 1–3 years of experience, with strong Excel, communication, and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Assist with cash management and daily cash activity
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close, including journal entries and account analysis
• Maintain accurate accounting records across multiple entities
• Research and resolve discrepancies and outstanding items
• Assist with general ledger maintenance and financial reporting
• Support the accounting team with ad hoc projects and analysis

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Our client, a leading finance firm based in NYC, is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their growing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain broad exposure across multiple areas of the accounting function while working in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the full Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Assist with cash management and daily cash activity
• Perform bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close, including journal entries and account analysis
• Maintain accurate accounting records across multiple entities
• Research and resolve discrepancies and outstanding items
• Assist with general ledger maintenance and financial reporting
• Support the accounting team with ad hoc projects and analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills