Bookkeeper

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team in New Jersey in a contract capacity. This on-site role is well suited for someone who can manage day-to-day accounting activity with accuracy, maintain organized financial records, and support a smooth month-end process. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling both payables and receivables, monitoring account activity, and using accounting systems and Excel to keep financial operations running efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and coordinate timely payments to maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Manage customer billing activities, record incoming payments, and keep accounts receivable balances current and well documented.
• Support the month-end close by preparing reconciliations, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure financial data is complete and accurate.
• Review and post company credit card transactions, confirm coding details, and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Follow up on outstanding customer balances, communicate regarding past-due accounts, and assist with collection efforts effectively.
• Monitor and organize the AP mailbox, respond to inquiries, and route invoice-related items for prompt processing.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations to identify variances and maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Work within Dynamics and collaborate with teams connected to the Oracle environment when needed for accounting support.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping with hands-on responsibility for both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Working knowledge of month-end close activities, including reconciliations and general ledger support tasks.
• Experience processing credit card activity and maintaining accurate transaction records.
• Ability to manage credit and collections activities while maintaining professionalism in vendor and customer communications.
• Proficiency with Excel for tracking, reviewing, and organizing financial information.
• Experience using Dynamics or comparable accounting software; familiarity with Oracle-related environments is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy in a deadline-driven setting.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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