About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

The Junior Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations with a primary focus on accounts payable, reconciliations, and general ledger support. This is an entry-level role ideal for a recent graduate or someone early in their accounting career who wants hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Support the accounts payable process: invoice review and coding, payment preparation, vendor account maintenance, and resolution of routine vendor inquiries.
• Maintain accurate AP documentation and coordinate with Purchasing, Receiving and other teams to ensure timely invoice processing.
• Prepare and post basic general ledger entries and assist with bank and balance-sheet reconciliations.
• Support month-end close tasks: prepare simple schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with inventory and cost accounting activities as assigned.
• Support internal and external audit requests and maintain organized accounting records.
• Learn and use the company’s ERP and accounting systems; provide general support to the Accounting team as responsibilities expand.
• Complete other accounting tasks as assigned.

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What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn foundational accounting processes.

• Basic understanding of accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Willingness and ability to learn ERP and accounting systems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities
• Motivated to learn and grow within the accounting function

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Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Entry-level role — prior professional accounting experience is not required
• Internship, co-op, or coursework with accounting exposure is a plus
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

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Other Details

• Employment type: Full-time (Contractor classification may apply per posting)
• Work environment: Primarily office-based with occasional visits to the manufacturing floor
• Physical demands: Primarily sedentary; occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 lbs
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional extended hours or weekend support as needed
• ADA: Our client is committed to reasonable accommodations under the ADA and will work with applicants/employees who require adjustments to perform essential job functions

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Compensation (as listed)

• Estimated pay: $49,691 per year (estimated figure shown in source posting)

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Confidential Client & Hiring Process

Careertakes is assisting a confidential client in hiring for this role. If selected, you will be employed directly by the confidential client. Careertakes may share additional matched opportunities with qualified applicants.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.