Job Description
Are you a recent graduate or career changer looking to launch your finance career in Austin?
Apex Financial Solutions is actively hiring a Junior Accountant / Accounting Assistant for our downtown office. We believe in potential over experience and are looking for passionate individuals who want to grow their skills in a supportive, high-growth environment.
In this role, you will work closely with our senior accounting team to gain hands-on experience in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and reconciliation. This is the perfect entry-level opportunity for candidates with a strong aptitude for math and a desire to learn the industry standards.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive training program for entry-level candidates.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity for rapid career advancement within the firm.
- Collaborative and modern work culture in the Austin tech district.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and invoice processing.
- Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts on a monthly basis.
- Support the month-end and year-end closing process under supervision.
- Prepare basic financial reports and assist with budget preparation.
- Maintain and organize physical and digital filing systems for financial documents.
- Assist in the preparation of sales tax and local tax filings.
- Communicate with vendors and clients regarding billing inquiries and account status.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred but not mandatory.
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and terminology.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in number crunching.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.