Job Description
Are you an aspiring finance professional looking for your first break in the Bay Area? Apex Financial Partners is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our dynamic team in San Francisco. We value integrity, continuous learning, and precision, and we are looking for a candidate eager to launch their career in a high-growth environment.
In this role, you will gain hands-on experience with core accounting functions while supporting our senior staff in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. If you are ready to make an impact and build a solid foundation in corporate finance, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- General Ledger Support: Assist in the maintenance and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and profit & loss statements.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Process invoices, manage expense reports, and ensure timely vendor payments.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
- Audit Assistance: Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and schedules.
- Compliance: Ensure all financial transactions comply with GAAP and internal company policies.
- Excel & Data Entry: Utilize advanced Excel functions to organize and track financial data efficiently.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or currently pursuing CPA/CPA exam track).
- Experience: 0-2 years of internship experience or relevant academic projects.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables). Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Sage) is a plus.
- Analytical Skills: Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and errors.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members and clients.
- Work Ethic: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.