Junior Accountant

About the role

Lenders Cooperative is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join our dynamic accounting/finance team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in financial services or technology industries. A strong foundation in financial reconciliations, GAAP accounting, proficiency in accounting software, and Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process invoices, ensuring timely payments and accurate records.
• Reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable ledgers.
• Perform reconciliations of all accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and external reporting standards.
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed.
• Perform routine accounting activities such as maintenance of the general ledger and preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports.
• Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings.
• Comply with financial policies and regulations.
• Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and support audits as needed.
• Prepare and present findings to management as required.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed.
• Support the accounting team with special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests, and other tasks as assigned.
• Assist in preparing and filing tax returns and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounting Associate or similar role.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a relevant field.
• Local to the Mechanicsburg, PA Office, in the office at least 3 days a week.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health coverage, plus free dental and vision.
• Unlimited PTO and company holidays.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and growth-minded environment.

Pay

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

Schedule

Full-time position.