Job Description
Join Metro Financial Group's dynamic finance team as an Entry-Level Accountant and launch your career in the heart of New York's financial district. We're seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals with no prior experience to learn essential accounting functions under expert mentorship. This comprehensive training program combines hands-on experience with professional development opportunities, preparing you for long-term growth in accounting and finance.
Our Manhattan headquarters offers a collaborative environment where you'll gain exposure to real-world financial operations while building foundational skills in bookkeeping, reconciliation, and compliance. We provide competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a clear career path for high performers.
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable/receivable transactions with precision
- Perform bank reconciliations and financial statement preparation
- Assist with monthly closing procedures and journal entries
- Support audit processes by gathering documentation
- Maintain organized digital and physical financial records
- Learn and apply GAAP principles under supervision
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Recent accounting/finance graduate or career changer
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required)
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Proactive learning mindset and eagerness to grow
- Authorized to work in the United States