Job Description
Are you looking to launch your career in finance? Apex Financial Solutions is a rapidly growing firm dedicated to excellence in financial management. We are currently seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join our Mesa, AZ team. We value potential and attitude over experience, offering comprehensive training to help you succeed in a professional accounting environment.
As a Junior Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy of our financial records and supporting the broader finance team. If you have a degree in accounting or finance and a strong desire to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your skills in a stable and rewarding environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR): Process invoices, verify data, and prepare payments accurately and timely.
- General Ledger Support: Assist in maintaining the general ledger and performing daily journal entries.
- Bank Reconciliation: Review bank statements and reconcile accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for.
- Month-End Close: Support the finance team during the month-end close process by gathering necessary documentation.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of basic financial reports and variance analysis using Excel.
- Data Entry & Organization: Maintain accurate digital and physical filing systems for financial documents.
- Compliance: Ensure all accounting activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or currently pursuing).
- Experience: No prior accounting experience required; we will train the right candidate.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel (pivot tables and formulas are a plus).
- Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills with the ability to detect discrepancies and errors.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Work Ethic: Self-motivated, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Professionalism: Ability to work collaboratively within a team structure.