Junior Accountant
The Junior Accountant role is an entry-level position designed for recent graduates or those with up to two years of experience to gain practical accounting experience. Responsibilities include supporting day-to-day accounting activities such as accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, while working closely with experienced professionals for mentorship and skill development.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Junior Accountant in Saint Louis, MO. This entry-level, full-time contract role is designed for a recent accounting graduate or someone with up to two years of accounting experience who wants hands-on exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, and general ledger maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
The Junior Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records. Typical duties include:
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing (invoices, payments, credits)
- Prepare and post routine journal entries under senior team guidance
- Perform account and bank reconciliations and research discrepancies
- Support month-end and year-end close tasks and basic financial reporting
- Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
- Review transactions for accuracy and proper account coding
- Enter and maintain financial data in accounting/ERP systems
- Respond to routine audit requests and provide supporting schedules
- Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to resolve questions
- Support process-improvement initiatives and other accounting projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- Recent college graduate or up to 2 years of accounting experience
- Understanding of fundamental accounting principles (debits/credits, journal entries)
- Experience or coursework using Excel and Microsoft Office
- Exposure to accounting or ERP systems (internship, coursework, or prior work) is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Clear written and verbal communication; ability to work collaboratively and ask questions
- Willingness to learn new systems, processes, and responsibilities
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Saint Louis, MO (onsite)
- Employment Type: Full-time, Contract (per posting)
Why This Role Is Attractive
- Launch your accounting career with practical, hands-on experience
- Work alongside experienced accounting professionals who provide mentorship
- Develop technical skills (reconciliations, journal entries, AP/AR, month-end)
- Opportunity for growth and more responsibility as skills develop
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.
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