Let’s start with a series of job descriptions in the finance industry to get a wider scope of available possibilities, we will start with Junior Accountant description, probably most popular “first job” in accounting world.

Junior Accountant job description:

In this position, you will support the accounting department. You don’t need much experience but an internship would be great. You can apply while still at university, don’t hesitate to start as early as possible. This position is the best to start your career in the accounting world.

How to become Junior Accountant:

Last year student of accounting or finance. A completed internship will be seen as an advantage. If you are patient, have strong attention to detail, and MS Office – mainly basic finance Excel skills then go ahead!

Perspectives for Junior Accountant:

You can be promoted to an Accountant or senior accountant. An internship in accounting is also a good opportunity to get a financial background that will be valuable when starting a career in other finance-related positions. You will have knowledge which will be useful for audit and controller jobs. The best certificates to get are ACCA, CIMA and a national accountant certificate – depending on the particular country. Many universities provide ACCA or CIMA partnering programs where you can pass a significant part of the exams during your studies.

Junior Accountant responsibilities:

• performing reconciliations of balances
• posting manual journals into the ledger
• checking accounting standards applied in the company
• analyzing balance sheets and P&L accounts
• verifying, posting and reconciling accounts payable and receivable
• analyzing financial statements
• assisting with audits and yearly tax returns

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