Junior Accountant

Job overview

The Junior Accountant role is onsite in Albany, NY; the stated salary is $49,271.96 per year. The position supports the Albany Housing Authority’s accounting functions and assigned books and records. The accountant performs routine accounting work that helps maintain accurate financial records and supports the authority’s month-end processes. The role handles payables, receipts, reconciliations, journal entries, and utility-bill tracking under general supervision.

What you'll do

• Perform accounts payable functions using the provided software
• process daily cash receipts
• assist with month-end closing
• prepare schedules and support the Accountant II and other staff
• reconcile assigned bank accounts monthly
• post journal entries
• process utility bills and track usage
• perform related work as required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

junior accountant

albany ny

albany housing authority

accounts payable

cash receipts

month-end close

bank reconciliations

journal entries

utility bills

$49,271.96/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting accepts an associate degree or higher in accounting with three years of accounting experience, a high school diploma with five years of accounting experience, or an equivalent combination.

About the employer

Albany Housing Authority is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Housing Programs. Sector: 92.