Junior Accountant

Junior AccountantDepartment: Finance / Corporate SupportReports To: Senior Accounting ManagerLocation: RemoteHours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PSTAbout the RoleWe're looking for a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support a high-performing Finance team. In this role, you'll maintain accurate financial records, assist with inventory costing and financial reporting, and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures. You'll play a key part in month-end close activities, account reconciliations, inventory analysis, and the preparation of financial data used to support business decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral AccountingMaintain the general ledger by recording transactions and ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial dataPrepare and post journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and reclassificationsReview and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policiesPerform account reconciliations and investigate discrepanciesMaintain organized financial records and supporting documentationUtilize accounting systems and reporting tools to process transactions and generate reportsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information, resolve issues, and support business objectivesInventory Costing & AnalysisAssist with inventory costing activities across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goodsAnalyze inventory costs using weighted average costing methodologiesMonitor and investigate inventory cost variances and identify root causesPrepare inventory-related reports and analyses to support management decision-makingCollaborate with Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams for accurate inventory valuationIdentify opportunities to improve inventory costing processes, controls, and reporting accuracyFinancial ReportingSupport month-end and year-end close by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and documentationPerform detailed general ledger account reconciliations and resolve variancesAnalyze actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior periodsPrepare financial reports and reporting packages for management reviewSupport budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activitiesPrepare audit schedules and provide support during internal and external auditsAssist with ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects as requiredContinuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiencySupport implementation of process improvements and best practices within the Finance departmentSkills & QualificationsDiploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field1–3 years of accounting experience preferredStrong understanding of accounting principles and financial reportingProficiency with Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)Experience with ERP or accounting systemsKnowledge of inventory costing methodologies, including weighted average costing (asset)Pursuing a professional accounting designation (CPA) is a plusStrong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skillsExcellent organizational and time management abilitiesEffective verbal and written communication skills in EnglishAbility to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teamsOriginally posted on Himalayas