Entry-Level Staff Accountant General Accounting

Entry-Level Staff Accountant General Accounting Job Description

This position requires proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong time management, analytics, communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and public accounting experience is highly valued.

Typical entry-level staff accountant general accounting duties:

Preparing journal entries

Assisting with audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits

Reconciling and balancing general ledger accounts

Researching and correcting account discrepancies

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Salary for Entry-Level Staff Accountant General Accounting

53500 - 67500

25th percentile

53500

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

60500

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

67500

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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50th percentile

75th percentile

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