Junior Accountant - GL, Cash & Close (Multi-Entity)

QE Solar; Springfield (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee premium on health

Wellbeing program

Perks at Work Marketplace

Family Building and Adoption Support

Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

QE Solar is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support core general ledger accounting and daily cash operations for our growing, multi-entity organization. This is an entry-level, hands-on GL role suited to a recent accounting graduate or an experienced bookkeeper ready to step into accounting.

The right candidate will live in the general ledger, own cash clearing and bank reconciliations, and help keep our month-end close on schedule and audit-ready.

Qualifications

• This is an entry-level accounting role open to a range of backgrounds. We'll consider recent graduates with a degree in Accounting or Finance, as well as experienced bookkeepers (senior bookkeeper level) looking to grow into accounting.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Demonstrated experience performing bank reconciliations and clearing cash, or coursework/internship exposure for recent graduates.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger & GAAP: Prepare, review, and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate and complete general ledger records across multiple entities.
• Own assigned balance sheet account reconciliations, with clear support and documentation.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and supporting schedules.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations across all operating and entity accounts.
• Clear cash daily — match deposits, payments, and transfers; identify and resolve unreconciled and in-transit items.
• Investigate and clear reconciling items promptly, escalating aged or unexplained items.
• Maintain accurate cash records and ensure the GL ties to bank activity at close.
• Support cash positioning and reporting as needed.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process vendor invoices and employee expense reports.
• Assist with customer invoicing and collections activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment processing.
• Reconcile vendor statements and customer accounts.
• Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain audit-ready records and accounting documentation.
• Support data gathering for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Identify and implement improvements to reconciliation and close workflows.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Bank reconciliations

Excel proficiency

ERP systems (NetSuite)

Multi-entity experience

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

QE Solar is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support core general ledger accounting and daily cash operations for our growing, multi-entity organization. This is an entry-level, hands-on GL role suited to a recent accounting graduate or an experienced bookkeeper ready to step into accounting.

The right candidate will live in the general ledger, own cash clearing and bank reconciliations, and help keep our month-end close on schedule and audit-ready.