Junior Accountant

Openwork; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Openwork is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support daily financial operations, gain hands-on cost accounting experience, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role involves recording and reconciling transactions, assisting with month-end closes, supporting inventory costing, and aiding audits. Located in Smyrna, GA, this Full-Time position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and growth within a manufacturing-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 0–2 years of related experience (internships included).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Record and reconcile daily transactions (AP, AR, GL).
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes and journal entries.
• Support inventory costing, COGS calculations, and variance analysis.
• Reconcile bank statements and vendor accounts; track fixed assets/depreciation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & verbal English

Problem solving

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics 365)

Job description

Openwork is currently engaged in a search to find a detail-oriented Junior Accountant. In this dynamic and rewarding role, you will be responsible for supporting key financial operations, gaining hands‑on cost accounting experience, and collaborating directly with cross-functional teams.

In a Junior Accountant job you’ll be responsible for:

• Recording and reconciling daily transactions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end close processes, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Supporting inventory costing, cycle counts, cost of goods sold (COGS) calculations, and variance analysis.
• Reconciling bank statements and vendor accounts while tracking fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Assisting with sales tax filings, compliance reporting, and internal/external audit documentation.
• Collaborating with production and procurement teams to resolve cost-related inquiries.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of related experience (including internships).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Familiarity with cost accounting, a manufacturing environment, or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Dynamics 365) is a plus.
• Progress toward CPA certification is preferred.

Perks:

• Exposure to manufacturing operations and cost accounting workflows.
• Collaborative team environment prioritizing continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Healthcare, vision and dental benefits.

Work Schedule and Pay:

• Schedule: Full-Time / Non-Exempt status
• Travel: Minimal (less than 10%)

About Openwork:

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes QS Nurses, and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire? Visit us at www.openwork.com to say hello and start building your future, together.