Accountant - Entry Level

We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to support core purchasing and financial recordkeeping activities for a retail organization in Whippany, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with at least 1 year of experience who is comfortable handling transactional accounting tasks, maintaining organized documentation, and helping ensure accuracy across vendor and inventory-related processes. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to day-to-day accounting operations while building practical experience in a fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and process purchase orders for multiple vendors while following established company guidelines and approval procedures.
• Monitor open and completed purchase orders to ensure records remain current, accurate, and properly documented.
• Review inventory data on a routine basis and perform checks to identify discrepancies or unusual variances.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities by updating records and assisting with transaction tracking.
• Complete accounting entries in a timely manner to help maintain accurate financial information.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliations by comparing balances, researching differences, and documenting findings.
• Maintain organized financial and purchasing files so supporting documentation is easy to retrieve for review or audit purposes.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or finance support role.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Experience preparing journal or other accounting entries with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with bank reconciliations and general account reconciliation activities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines in a structured environment.
• Proficiency with standard business software and accounting-related systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills when working with vendors and internal teams.

Compensation

$19.00-$22.00 Hourly

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