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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