Entry Level Accountant
Robert Half
Albany, New York Metropolitan AreaFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Diploma
- Must know
- QuickBooksExcel
- Nice to have
- Accounting
- Work
- On-site in Albany
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- Nov 4, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Established local firm seeks an entry-level Junior Bookkeeper / Accountant to join our accounting department. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent high school graduate, business school grad, or individual looking to break into the accounting field. We are willing to train the right candidate from the ground up on all basic accounting functions. If you are highly organized, and possess a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Enter daily financial transactions into QuickBooks and maintain the general ledger.
- Sort incoming vendor invoices, match them with purchase orders, and prepare checks.
- Post customer payments, prepare daily bank deposit slips, and make phone calls regarding past-due accounts.
- Maintain system for all invoices, receipts, and canceled checks.
- Assist the Senior Staff Accountant with basic monthly bank statement reconciliations.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree or accounting coursework preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (must know basic formulas) and Microsoft Word.
- Familiarity with QuickBooks.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong work ethic.