About Bishop-Mccormick
About The Role
As a Jr. Accountant on our Accounting team, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the organization while gaining broad exposure to core accounting functions. This salaried, full-time position is ideal for an early-career professional who is eager to develop a strong foundation in accounting principles, financial reporting, and transactional processing. Under the guidance of senior team members, you will assist with general ledger entries, account reconciliations, invoice processing, and month-end close activities, helping to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of our financial records.
What You'll Do
- Assist with daily accounting operations, including recording and posting journal entries to the general ledger
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice processing, payment postings, and reconciliations
- Help prepare and maintain accurate financial records, schedules, and supporting documentation
- Participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes under the supervision of senior accountants
- Perform bank and account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Assist in generating standard financial reports and summaries for internal stakeholders
- Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic and physical filing systems for accounting records
- Support compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant accounting standards
- Collaborate with team members across departments to obtain information needed for accounting entries and reconciliations
- Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and accuracy in accounting workflows
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Foundational knowledge of basic accounting principles and concepts (e.g., debits/credits, accruals, reconciliations)
- 0–2 years of relevant accounting or finance experience (internships and co-op roles are a plus)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other MS Office applications
- Experience with or exposure to accounting software or ERP systems is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and record keeping
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow within a structured accounting team
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