Ascendo Resources is actively seeking a Junior Accountant for an immediate, full-time, hybrid, temp-to-hire position.Our client, a financial services firm, is located in Syosset, NY (11791). The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with 4 days on-site and 1 day remote.The Junior Accountant will be responsible for preparing journal entries, performing high-volume account reconciliations, and executing uploads and reporting using pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.Hours: Mon-Fri (9am - 5pm) (40 hour work week)Pay Rate: $25/hr - $28/hrSalary: $55k - $60kResponsibilities:
- Oversee cash management, including ACH transactions, wire transfers, and handling cash flow.
- Perform high-volume bank reconciliations across multiple accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare and post journal entries, maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
- Support the month-end close process, including account reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Utilize advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs for heavy reporting and data reconciliation. Proficiency in these tools is a must.
- Collaborate with team members and stakeholders while maintaining a positive and proactive attitude.
Qualifications:
- 1+ years of general ledger accounting experience, including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Proficiency with Excel, specifically pivot tables and VLOOKUPs (required).
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (preferred).
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to ensure accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communicator, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal skills.
For an immediate response, please send your resume to ...@ascendo.com Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Contact information Kevin Fernandes