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Junior Accountant

Confidential

San Diego, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26–$30 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Auditing, Billing, Cash Applications, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Reports, Finance, Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Journal Entries, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, NetSuite, Operational Support, Operations, Oracle, Organizational Skills, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, SAP, Time Management, Warehousing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
Today
Job Title: Junior Accountant
Reports To: Controller
Location: San Diego, CA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Supervisory Responsibility: No
Employment Type: Full-time
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Schedule: Monday-Friday, with flexibility for weekends as needed
Pay Range: $26-30/hour (Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications in line with company pay practices).

Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our accounting team. This role will support daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and looking to grow their accounting career in a fast-paced environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None.

Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Assist with accounts payable processing, including invoice review and payment preparation
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Perform bank and account reconciliations
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation
  • Support accounts receivable and cash application activities as needed
  • Review employee expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance
  • Assist with vendor setup and maintenance
  • Help track accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets
  • Prepare reports and schedules for audits and management review
  • Respond to internal and external accounting inquiries
  • Support special projects and other accounting duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Must be reliable and extremely trustworthy.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.
  • Must be able to learn other accounting software systems.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
  • 1–3 years of accounting or accounts payable experience
  • Experience with reconciliations and journal entries
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or Acumatica is a plus

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time. 
  • Must be able to traverse and access all areas of the warehouse.
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, or crouch for extended periods
  • Exposure to warehouse environment conditions (noise, dust, moving equipment, temperature fluctuations)
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About the Company

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Confidential

American Equity Mortgage, Inc., is one of the nation’s leading mortgage lenders with a proven history of success. For 20 years we have held integrity, leadership, strength and stability making us highly respected in the industry, as well as throughout the communities we serve. We are committed to our customers by specializing in helping people save money through mortgage refinancing, debt consolidation, and home purchase loans. Our employees are continually growing with our ongoing, coaching culture, training and support along with upward mobility promoting from within our organization. Our commitment to helping others carries into social responsibility to support, assist and empower communities with our private foundation known as AEM Cares, along with our corporate giving program to help and enable charitable causes nationwide reach their goals.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
WEBSITE
https://www.americanequity.com

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