Junior Accountant: Engine Room for Small-Biz Growth

Austin Community College

Gainesville (FL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Direct mentorship from CPA
Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A boutique tax-focused accounting firm is looking for a Junior Accountant in Gainesville, Florida. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy and detail-oriented, responsible for transforming messy books into accurate financial statements, managing payroll adjustments, and ensuring compliance. The position offers direct mentorship from an experienced CPA and a collaborative work environment. This is an opportunity to learn how small businesses operate and to develop a strong accounting foundation.

Qualifications

  • Must be tech-savvy and detail-oriented.
  • Understanding of basic accounting principles is essential.
  • Experience with accounting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Transform messy small business books into accurate financial statements.
  • Manage bookkeeping, reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Assist with payroll adjustments and compliance tasks.

Skills

Tech-savviness
Attention to detail
Communication skills

Education

Current student or recent graduate of the Fisher School of Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online
Accounting software

Job description

A boutique tax-focused accounting firm is looking for a Junior Accountant in Gainesville, Florida. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy and detail-oriented, responsible for transforming messy books into accurate financial statements, managing payroll adjustments, and ensuring compliance. The position offers direct mentorship from an experienced CPA and a collaborative work environment. This is an opportunity to learn how small businesses operate and to develop a strong accounting foundation.
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