Junior Accountant
First seen by Alion on Oct 17, 2026.
Here is a standard job description for a Junior Accountant, broken down into core responsibilities, key requirements, and preferred qualifications:
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process vendor invoices, reconcile accounts payable ledgers, prepare client billing, and track outstanding collections.
General Ledger & Journal Entries: Assist with daily bookkeeping, prepare and post basic journal entries, and maintain accurate general ledger accounts.
Bank Reconciliation: Perform regular bank and credit card reconciliations to verify transactions and balance ledgers.
Financial Reporting: Assist in compiling balance sheets, income statements, and basic financial reports for internal management review.
Expense Management: Review, code, and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policy.
Documentation & Compliance: Maintain digital and physical financial filing systems and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and company protocols.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 0–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (entry-level/internships included).
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, numerical aptitude, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).
Soft Skills: Effective written and verbal communication, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively within a finance team.