Job Description
Launch Your Finance Career in the Heart of New York City
Metro Ledger Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry Level Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. We pride ourselves on fostering talent and providing a collaborative environment where recent graduates can thrive and grow their careers in accounting.
If you are looking for a role that offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and a clear path for advancement, this is the opportunity for you. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Month-End Close: Support the accounting team in processing journal entries and preparing trial balances.
- Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliation of bank statements and credit card accounts to ensure accuracy.
- General Ledger Support: Maintain and update general ledger accounts within our accounting software.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of basic financial statements and variance analysis reports.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Process invoices, verify data, and manage payment schedules.
- Compliance: Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Administrative Tasks: Organize and file financial documents and assist with audits.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (graduates welcome).
- Experience: 0-2 years of relevant experience or a strong internship background in accounting.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage).
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Professionalism: Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment.
- Soft Skills: Strong work ethic and a willingness to learn new processes.