Junior Accountant

We have partnered with a K-12 educational facility in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area to provide them with a Junior Accountant. Please review the below description and let us know if you are interested. Prioritized Must Have Skills for the Junior Accountant: #1. Must have bookkeeping or other relevant accounting experience. #2. Must have proficiency in accounting software. #3. No more than three jobs in the last ten years Responsibilities of the Junior Accountant: Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements for multiple entities, which includes the following: Perform bank reconciliations Prepare and post required journal entries Review & reconcile all balance sheet accounts Prepare summary of significant events and budget variances Prepare supporting documentation for financial statements including balance sheet schedules and other reconciliations Work closely with independent auditors during annual financial statement audit with preparing schedules and invoices, providing explanations of supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any other necessary data. Posting of accounts to the General Ledger for: Accounts Receivable Cash Receipts Accounts Payable Cash Disbursements Payroll Maintain records of all financial documents with appropriate supporting material; update records as necessary. Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, schools, and others in a courteous and professional manner. Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions. Provide support such as schedules, data, information, etc. for the annual budget process. May perform other duties as assigned. Requirements of the Junior Accountant: Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or related field. 1-3 years bookkeeping or other relevant accounting experience Computer Basics -- MS Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); proficiency in accounting software. Commitment to company values. Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; supports company's goals and strategic priorities. Works and interacts with staff and relates to individuals at all levels of the organization; relates to individuals at all levels. As unique situations present themselves, the incumbent must be sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image. Demonstrates ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities. Prepares and analyzes complex financial reports, including writing report sections, integrating content, and formatting business documents. Establishes a set of operating principles and routines; driving projects to completion, while insisting on highest level of quality. Ability to consistently be at work, to arrive on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.…