• Plainview, NY
  • $70,000–$80,000 Per Year
3 days ago

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Description

Junior Accountant

Cox & Company, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our dynamic Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their accounting skills and contribute to the financial health of our organization. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting daily accounting operations, assisting with financial reporting, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with daily accounting tasks, including data entry, invoice processing, and account reconciliations.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records and documentation.
  • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting procedures and processes.
  • Assist with audit preparations and respond to audit inquiries as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

At Cox & Company, Inc., we foster a collaborative and growth-oriented culture. We are committed to supporting our employees' professional development and offering a rewarding work environment with opportunities for advancement. Join us and be part of a company that values integrity, innovation, and excellence.

Requirements

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Prepares daily cash reports and reconciles bank accounts.
  • Conduct credit card reconciliations.
  • Process invoices, payments and expense reports.
  • Resolve basic billing errors or vendor questions.
  • Assists with the billing and collections of accounts receivable. Follow up on unpaid or overdue accounts.
  • Assist with weekly, month-end and year-end closing. (journal entries, posting, running reports)
  • Maintain accurate financial records and documentation. (scans and files documents)
  • Support accounting reconciliations and general ledger activities.
  • Provide administrative and analytical support to the accounting team.
  • Assists with audits.
  • Backup for Accounts Receivables and Payables.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • Minimum Associate's degree, preferred Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • At least 2 years of experience in Accounting.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

This position involves exposure to projects and contracts subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, only U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) are eligible for employment in this role. Applicants must meet these requirements to be considered.

Salary Description

$70,000 - $80,000 Annually

Numbers & Facts

LocationPlainview, NY
Salary$70,000–$80,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Accounting Policiesunmatched
  • Accounts Payableunmatched
  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Billingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Credit Cardsunmatched
  • Credit and Collectionsunmatched
  • Data Entryunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Expense Reportsunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Journal Entriesunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Past Due Accountsunmatched
  • Physical Demandsunmatched
  • Procedure Developmentunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

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