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Junior Accountant Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

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Last updated October 8, 2025
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A Junior Accountant, or Junior Staff Accountant, is a professional who holds an entry-level position in an accounting firm or a company’s accounting department. Their duties include preparing financial reports, maintaining accounts payable and receivable, and updating financial statements.

The duties and responsibilities of a Junior Accountant can vary from one company to another. However, general responsibilities include:

  • Assisting senior accountants in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual closings
  • Preparing and submitting weekly and monthly financial reports
  • Updating financial data in databases to ensure the accuracy of the information
  • Assisting with reviewing payroll records and expenses, among other items as assigned
  • Assisting in the processing of income statements, balance sheets, and other financial statements as per the company’s legal, financial, and accounting guidelines
  • Performing reconciliations, updating accounts payable and receivable, and issuing invoices
  • Processing financial entries to ensure a proper recording of all business transactions
  • Developing monthly financial statements that include profit and loss statements, cash flow records, and balance sheets

What does a Junior Accountant do?

A Junior Accountant assists with updating general ledgers and managing accounts. As such, they are typically tasked with discussing billing issues with vendors. In their communication with vendors, they provide basic customer service and answer questions that may arise. Considering that accounting departments must abide by provincial and federal regulations, a Junior Accountant assists with reviewing, preparing, and filing reports that confirm the company’s compliance. They take responsibility for maintaining, updating, and recording documentation of the company’s fixed assets.

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Junior Accountant Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location:30 Intermodal Drive, Unit 7, Brampton

Pay Rate: $20/hour

Shift Days: Monday to Friday

Shift Timings: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Key Responsibilities:

· Reconcile various bank accounts on a daily/monthly basis by compiling and balancing financial information.

· Prepare and post accounting entries for bank accounts.

· Maintain records of accounts payable and receivable with complete documentation of transactions.

· Review vendor and customer invoices for accuracy.

· Identify discrepancies in vendor and customer accounts and reconcile corresponding statements with related transactions.

· Enter transactions into accounting software.

Requirements:

· College Diploma in Accounting or equivalent experience

· 1 - 2 years of experience in accounting or finance

· Intermediate to high-level MS Excel and Quick books proficiency

· Prior experience working with accounts payable and accounts receivable

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule:
  • 8 hour 1 year (preferred)

Example 2

Accounts Receivable Clerk-Junior Accountant

JOB Description:

  • Generate invoices from dockets or requests from sales people/CSR’s for COD invoices
  • Convert invoices into PDF files and send them to sales people for approval and once approved then send to client
  • Edit and adjust invoices on a regular basis
  • Attend to client’s requests, answering any inquires relating to their invoices
  • Issues credits on requests from sales people after approval by management
  • Setup new customer/vendor in both systems Avanti and Great Plains
  • Upload invoices onto customers portals
  • Follow up with sales people/CSR’s to ensure correct information is entered on dockets to speed up invoicing process
  • Matching of supplier invoices with correct backup such as POD’s and Purchase orders
  • Entering of Accounts Payables invoices in to Great Plains
  • On occasion assisting at reception to cover lunches
  • Cross training for the processing, verification and review of dockets

Required Skills

  • 1-2+ years of Data Entry, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accounting, or related experience
  • Good understanding of the invoicing process with the ability to analyze complicated invoicing information and accurately administer invoices to customers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Willing to ask for help when needed.
  • Able to be in the office 5 days a week Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Nice to have skills

  • Experience with invoicing software Avanti, Great Plains or similar
  • Experience checking dockets

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Mississauga, ON L5A 1Y1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
  • Accounts receivable: 1 year (required)


Work Location: In deadline: 2023-09-04

Example 3

Position Overview

We are looking for a junior accountant to join our accounting firm. This position is responsible for the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns, year-end files and financial statements according to the professional and current accounting standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare Compilation and Review engagements annually that meet the applicable financial reporting standards.
  • Preparation of T2 Corporate Income Tax Returns with a focus on tax planning opportunities.
  • Preparation of T1 Personal Income Tax and Benefit Returns.
  • Accomplish tasks on a timely basis and contribute to the team by taking on special projects as needed.
  • Develop an open communication channel with clients.
  • Demonstrate professionalism through a positive attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products.
  • Provide timely and high-quality services and work products based on the clients’ expectations.

Skills and Qualifications

  • 3 or more years relevant experience in tax and assurance.
  • Post secondary education or relevant experience.
  • Sound understanding of financial and accounting practices and principles.
  • Excellent analytical, multi-tasking, communication, organizational, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
  • High proficiency in mathematics and the ability to think critically.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • PC proficiency including MS Office, ProFile, Caseware, Keystone Template, QuickBooks, Sage, or other software.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Process oriented with excellent documentation skills.
  • Mature, proactive, committed and a driven team player.
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
  • Analytical mind with strong problem-solving and conceptual skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay
  • Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Winnipeg, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
  • QuickBooks: 1 year (required)
  • Bookkeeping: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
  • Chartered Professional Accountant Location: One location

Example 4

Position Summary:

HGD | Heritage Group Distribution has an opening for a Junior Accountant to cover an 18-month maternity leave. Candidates will perform accounting and administrative duties and must be adaptable to the varying requirements of the position and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Must be a self starter who is extremely detail oriented and conscientious.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accounts Payable invoice entry and cheque run
  • Performing reconciliations of bank accounts, credit cards, accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Intercompany reconciliations
  • GST Returns
  • Publisher Earnings Reports
  • Royalty management and processing
  • Generating financial analysis reports including, sales and inventory reports
  • Completion of routine account analysis and accounting assignments as required
  • Other various accounting tasks as required
  • Filing and other administrative duties as required
  • General office and accounting support

Experience and Education:

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands on, in depth bookkeeping and accounting experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer programs (Outlook, Excel and Word)
  • Experience with Sage 50/Simply accounting is an asset
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize workload and the flexibility to manage multiple tasks
  • High attention to detail

About Us:

HGD | Heritage Group Distribution is a leading book publishing services company located in the Port Kells area of Surrey / Langley, BC. We specialize in providing comprehensive sales, marketing, administrative and distribution services on behalf of our publishing partners

We sell and distribute to the traditional book trade, as well as to nontraditional markets from specialty and tourism locales to large outlet retailers and wholesalers nationwide. As well, HGD distributes to all major online retailers and partners with established distributors in the US, UK and Europe.

Compensation:

We understand the value of good employees and compensate fairly. Each candidate will be evaluated individually based on skills and experience. When responding to our posting for this position, please provide your salary expectation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In deadline: 2023-09-03

Example 5

Rova Products Canada Inc. (“Rova”) located in Brampton, Ontario is a custom cable operation and distributor with a wide variety of customers across the industry spectrum.

We are seeking a high energy team-oriented Junior Accountant. This candidate will have a proven track record at building excellent client relationships and resolving issues with solid problem-solving skills. In addition, they will be providing administrative support to the finance team, therefore an understanding in accounting and experience in a collaborative finance team are considered strong assets!

Location: 30 Automatic Rd, Brampton, ON L6S 5N8

JOB Summary:
  • Process and record accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Generate and send out invoices to customers, monitor accounts receivable, and follow up on outstanding payments.
  • Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
  • Review accounts receivable aging to ensure compliance.
  • Investigate and resolve customer queries.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Assist with the preparation and posting of journal entries to the general ledger.
  • Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
  • Support the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date financial records.
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and other financial analyses as required.
  • Contribute to the month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Provide support during audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Assist in variance analysis and provide explanations for significant differences between actual and budgeted figures.
  • Investigate and resolve customer queries.
  • Process adjustments and credits.
  • Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:
  • 1 plus years of relevant experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Must be a go getter who is motivated to get the job done.
  • Experience working in small finance group in a collaborative manner.
  • Organized and high attention to detail

WHAT MAKES YOU STAND OUT:
  • Familiar with large enterprise accounts
  • Experience with accounts receivable management programs: Coupa and SAP Ariba
  • Experience in other areas of finance would be considered an asset.
  • Proficiency in speaking and writing in French a strong asset

Education/Qualifications
  • A University or College Diploma in Accounting or Finance would be considered a strong asset.

WHY WORK AT ROVA?
  • Fair compensation above market
  • Fun, supportive and rewarding Company Culture
  • Unlimited growth opportunities
  • Casual dress and loads of Rova swag.
  • Competitive health care benefits including extended health care, practitioner coverage, dental coverage, etc.
  • Company events and socials
  • We believe in a philosophy of happiness for our employees, customers, partners and other stakeholders.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay



Application question(s):
  • Do you have experience with the accounting software SAP Ariba?
  • Do you have experience with the accounting software Coupa?
  • What interests you in the Junior Accountant position at Rova Products Location: In person

Example 6

For full job posting, visit the careers page on our website [website]

Position Details

Wage:$24.00 - $26.50/hour
Term: Permanent Part Time
Hours:Part time up to 24 hours a week – hours of work may be negotiable
Work Location:1195 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, BC
Qualifications: Accounting: 1 year Canadian (Required) or Bookkeeping: 1 year Canadian (Required)
Opportunity:Professional development and growth in an expanding organization

Position Summary

The Junior Accountant provides administrative support to the Finance Department with a focus on processing Accounts Payable (AP), administering the BC Gaming Account, relief payroll processing and general accounting department functions. The Junior Accountant will perform accounting duties in compliance with established internal controls, maintaining databases, systems, processes, financial records and reports with the highest regard for confidentiality and accuracy. The Junior Accountant will communicate with external vendors, external clients and employees in accordance with BGC South Vancouver Island’s Mission and Core Values and adhering to GAAP and organization policies and practices. The Junior Accountant provides financial support services to both BGC South Vancouver Island and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Victoria Foundation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accounts Payable
  • BC Gaming Account reporting
  • Bank Reconciliations
  • Bank Deposits
  • Donations processing
  • GIC Tracking
  • Relief Payroll processing

Desired Qualifications
  • 2 years’ experience processing accounts payable
  • 2 years’ experience with SAGE 50 or similar accounting system
  • 2 years’ experience processing payroll for a medium-sized organization
  • 2 years’ experience with Payworks or similar payroll system
  • Strong skills using Excel and other common Microsoft Office suite programs
  • Comfort working in an open office environment
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Accurate data entry skills
  • Able to juggle multiple and changing priorities with ease
  • Customer service skills accompanied by exceptional communication skills
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
  • Verifiable proof of double COVID-19 vaccination is required

Additional Consideration Will Be Given To Those Who Have:
  • Completion of second level of a recognized accounting program is an asset
  • Familiarity with non-profit environment an asset

To Apply
  • Please submit your resume and cover letter indicating which position you are applying forand clearly demonstrating how your experience and qualifications relate to this position
  • In the first line of your cover letter, please use our tag line “Opportunity Changes Everything”
  • Position open until filled. Ongoing intake and screening will take place, so if interested in applying, please submit your resume as soon as possible

Important Note Regarding COVID-19
  • This is a front-line position considered safe according to governmental guidelines for pandemic outbreaks.
  • As an organization we are taking the necessary precautions and adhering to all Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) recommendations on sanitization and social distancing in close proximity.
  • This position requires double COVID-19 vaccination
  • Please do not apply if you are at risk with underlying health concerns or have your own personal concerns regarding social distancing that go beyond the PHSA’s recommendations as we cannot accommodate while adhering to governmental directives

Interested by the opportunity but not sure how to make it fit? Start the conversation and let’s discuss options! Please feel free to reach out with inquiries or for more information via our website [website]

In alignment with our 5 Core Values, BGC South Vancouver Island is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming diversity and inclusivity in all practices within the organization

BGC South Vancouver Island acknowledges the Lkwungen, W?SÁNE?, T’Sou-ke, MÁlexe? and Scia’new people, upon whose traditional territories we live and work each day

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $24.00-$26.50 per hour

Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
See body of job posting for details.

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
  • Are there any limitations as to the hours you are able to work in Canada?

Experience:
  • Canadian Accounting or Bookkeeping: 1 year (required)
  • Payroll: 1 year deadline: 2022-05-19
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Junior Accountant skills and qualifications

Accounting is primarily a people business, irrespective of how many numbers are involved in the job. In addition to being comfortable with financial calculations, a Junior Accountant must also demonstrate a level of customer service skill when interacting with clients. Therefore, a successful Junior Accountant candidate must have various prerequisite skills and qualifications, including: 

  • Advanced competency in accounting software
  • Excellent communication, IT, and report writing skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • High proficiency in mathematics and the ability to think critically
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
  • Superb organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Analytical mind with strong problem-solving and conceptual skills
  • Sound understanding of financial and accounting practices and principles

Junior Accountant experience requirements

As a basic requirement, a Junior Accountant generally has a minimum of one year of experience working as an Accountant or Accounts Clerk. They will also preferably have experience working with relevant accounting software, such as SAP.

Junior Accountant education and training requirements

A Junior Accountant must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or any other relevant field. In addition, they may also be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and should have excellent analytical skills.

Junior Accountant salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Junior Accountant is $43,258 per year. This may vary depending on the geographical location, company, and experience or job duties.

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