Accountant responsibilities span a wide range of functions:
Record all transactions accurately and reconcile accounts
Prepare balance sheets, income statements and other reports
Perform cost and general ledger analysis
Manage budgets and cash flows
Review contracts and process payments
Examine financial discrepancies
Manage payroll functions
Create and implement new accounting systems
Consult management on financial strategy
Guide investments, mergers and acquisitions
Junior Accountant Role
- Recording transactions in compliance with accounting principles
- Preparing and entering invoices, bills, checks etc.
- Reconciling discrepancies in financial entries
- Assisting with taxation including filing returns
- Maintaining general ledgers