Job Description
Join a Premier Finance Firm in the Heart of New York City
Meridian Finance Group is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Junior Accountants. We are offering a direct hire opportunity for career changers and recent graduates who are eager to launch their career in finance. We believe in nurturing talent and provide comprehensive training for those with no prior accounting experience.
As a Junior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our financial integrity and supporting our senior team. If you have a strong aptitude for numbers and a desire to learn, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts on a monthly basis.
- Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing necessary schedules and reports.
- Prepare and send invoices to clients and process accounts receivable.
- Assist in the preparation of documentation for internal and external audits.
- Collaborate with the finance team to identify process improvements.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred (equivalent experience will be considered).
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- No prior accounting experience is required; on-the-job training is provided.