Entry Level Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

ENTRY LEVEL ACCOUNTANT

A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence, and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard! Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.

Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $51,000 to $65,000 per year

About the Role

A & Associates is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Entry Level Accountant to join our corporate accounting team in West Palm Beach. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent accounting graduate or someone with up to two years of accounting experience who is looking to build a long term career in corporate accounting. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, organized, analytical, and thrives in a fast paced environment. This position offers hands on experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, payroll support, and month end accounting while working alongside experienced accounting professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining the general ledger and recording financial transactions
• Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Process vendor invoices and customer payments
• Assist with month end and year end closing activities
• Prepare account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll reporting
• Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and management reports
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Support internal and external audits
• Ensure compliance with company policies and generally accepted accounting principles
• Assist with special accounting projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Zero to two years of accounting experience
• Internship experience is a plus
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software is preferred
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity and professionalism

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with payroll or accounts payable and receivable
• Knowledge of financial reporting and reconciliations
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus
• CPA eligibility or plans to pursue CPA certification is preferred but not required

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $51,000 to $65,000 annually based on education and experience
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health benefits
• Career development and mentorship from experienced accounting professionals
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

If you are looking to launch your accounting career with a company that values professional development, teamwork, and growth, we encourage you to apply and become part of the A & Associates team.

EEO STATEMENT

A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.