Junior Accountant (Startup Environment)

Zero Industrial Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A fast-growing startup in Charleston is seeking a part-time Junior Accountant to manage daily accounting tasks and assist the VP of Finance. This hands-on role expects 2-3 years of relevant experience and strong QuickBooks skills. You will process invoices, prepare journal entries, and perform reconciliations in a fast-paced environment. Competitive hourly rate offered, with opportunity for growth.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience, preferably in a startup.
• Strong skills in QuickBooks Online or similar software.
• Detail-oriented with accurate reconciliations.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• A problem-solver who embraces new tools and technology.
• Professional, trustworthy communicator.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and manage vendor relationships.
• Prepare and post journal entries in QuickBooks Online.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Track and manage contract renewals, terminations, and compliance dates.
• Generate financial reports to help guide decision-making.
• Explore and implement tech and AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Bookkeeping/accounting experience

QuickBooks Online skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Ramp

AI tools

Job description

Overview

Junior Accountant (Startup Environment) – Charleston, SC

About Us

Zero Industrial is a fast-growing startup in Charleston, SC, building next-gen energy solutions. We’re looking for a part-time Junior Accountant who’s ready to roll up their sleeves, learn quickly, and make an impact. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work directly with our VP of Finance & Accounting, manage daily accounting tasks, and help us leverage modern tools (including AI) to work smarter.

What You’ll Do

• Process invoices, schedule and track payments, and manage vendor relationships.
• Prepare and post journal entries in QuickBooks Online.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations (including Ramp transactions).
• Track and manage contract renewals, terminations, and compliance dates.
• Generate financial reports to help guide decision-making.
• Explore and implement tech and AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.

What We’re Looking For

• 2–3 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience (startup or small business a plus).
• Strong QuickBooks Online skills (or similar software).
• Detail-oriented with accurate reconciliations and clean record-keeping.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• A problem-solver who embraces new tools and technology.
• Professional, trustworthy communicator.

Details

• Location: In-person, Charleston, SC (Industrious office building)
• Hours & Schedule: Hourly, part-time to start (2–3 days/week, 16–24 hours/week) with potential to grow into a larger role
• Compensation: Competitive hourly rate, based on experience

Excited to dive in and help build the financial foundation of a fast-growing startup? We’d love to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].