Jr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Junior Accountant to join a growing team in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is well suited for someone starting their accounting career who wants hands-on experience across core financial processes in a supportive environment. The role offers full training and a chance to build practical knowledge in transactional accounting, reconciliations, and general ledger activities while working closely with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day accounting operations by assisting with invoice processing, payment tracking, and customer billing activities.

• Help maintain accurate financial records by preparing account reconciliations and reviewing discrepancies for resolution.

• Assist with bank reconciliations to ensure cash activity is properly recorded and matched to supporting documentation.

• Prepare and post journal entries under guidance, ensuring entries are complete, timely, and aligned with accounting standards.

• Contribute to general ledger maintenance by organizing financial data and verifying the accuracy of recorded transactions.

• Work with team members across departments to gather information, clarify accounting details, and keep records up to date.

• Use accounting systems and spreadsheets to enter, monitor, and retrieve financial information efficiently.

• Participate in training and apply new accounting procedures, tools, and best practices as part of ongoing development.

• At least 1 year of accounting experience or equivalent exposure to foundational accounting tasks.
• Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and account reconciliation activities.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, general ledger processes, and basic accounting entries.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review financial information carefully and accurately.
• Analytical thinking skills and the ability to investigate variances or transaction issues.
• Effective communication skills and a resourceful approach to completing assignments and solving problems.
• Experience with Sage accounting software is helpful, though training will be provided.