Junior Accountant Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Junior Accountant includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
  • Track and monitor accounts receivable
  • Issue and prepare invoices
  • Track and monitor accounts payable
  • Ensure that information is accurate
  • React in a timely manner if the information is not accurate
  • Develop KPIs
  • Measure KPIs and prepare reports
  • Support senior accountants
  • Perform reconciliations
  • Assist in the processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements
  • Adhere to legal and company accounting and financial guidelines
  • Assist other departments such as HR and Marketing with reviewing of expenses
  • Update financial data in a timely manner 
  • As needed, assist with other accounting projects

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Junior Accountant duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Junior Accountant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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