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Junior Accountant

Vaco
$50,000.00 - $53,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Youngstown
Aug 21, 2025
Vaco is hiring for a Jr Accountant opportunity in Youngstown OH Direct Hire, Onsite Salary: 50-53,000/yr Position Overview: Under the direction of the Controller, the Accountant 1 position is responsible for assisting the finance department in creating accurate and timely financial records for the organization. Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledgers; and analyze budgets; and perform general accounting functions Essential Duties Essential Job Functions: Examine accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy and completeness. Ensure compliance with applicable standards (i.e. GAAP, FASB) rules, regulations, and systems of internal controls. Report to the Controller the finances of the organization. Review records of accounts and input entries into proper accounts. Record Daily Cash Activity. Develop and implement proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies. Create forms and manuals for accounting personnel. Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments. Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports, verifying information. Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files, reconciling accounts. Provides accounting support and for pharmacies, including revenue, accounts receivable, inventory and COGS Prepares payments by accruing expenses; assigning account numbers; requesting disbursements; reconciling accounts. Identify areas for improvement and implement improvements to processes with the Controller. Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data. Provides accounting support for mergers and acquisitions by reviewing financial information; converting data to general ledger system; obtaining supplementary information for preparing financial statements. Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed. Physical presence in designated office is required. Travel to other locations may be required. Learn other fiscal roles/jobs to be backup if needed. Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or a related field 1 to 2 years' experience preferred NetSuite experience preferred Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.