Junior Accountant – Accounts Payable & Close Support

Summary: Jacob & Co is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Accountant to support Accounts Payable operations and month-end close activities across multiple U.S. entities. This role offers exposure to accruals, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and compliance in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. Responsibilities: - Oversee AP inbox and ensure invoices and vendor inquiries are processed accurately and timely - Enter and review vendor invoices and credit memos in Microsoft Business Central in accordance with internal coding standards - Maintain and onboard vendors, ensuring W-9, tax, and banking documentation is complete and compliant - Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen controls and data integrity - Review AP aging reports, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate timely payment processing - Perform recurring AP account reconciliations and prepare structured supporting analysis - Record and reconcile corporate credit card and travel expense activity - Assist in preparing and posting month-end accruals, including royalty and expense accruals - Support reconciliation of intercompany due to/from balances across U.S. entities - Assist with bank reconciliations and general ledger review - Maintain fixed asset schedules and support depreciation entries - Analyze aging reports, and pending approvals to ensure timely resolution - Compile documentation for internal and external audits - Assist with quarterly VAT filing and supporting documentation - Assist with quarterly NYC Commercial Rent Tax (CRT) calculations Required Qualifications: - 1–3 years of experience in accounting, AP, or related finance function - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field - ERP experience required (Microsoft Business Central preferred) - Exposure to month-end close activities - Strong analytical and reconciliation skills - Highly organized with attention to detail - Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with AP automation tools is a plus Required Skills: Accounts Payable, Month-end close, GAAP, Microsoft Business Central, ERP systems, Account reconciliation, Intercompany accounting, Fixed asset accounting, VAT filing, Commercial Rent Tax calculations, Analytical skills