Bookkeeper Position Available In Essex, New Jersey

Bookkeeper Robert Half – 3.9 Newark, NJ Job Details $65,000 – $75,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Accounts receivable Microsoft Excel Accounts payable Mid-level QuickBooks Data entry Organizational skills Payroll Bookkeeping Communication skills Full Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Office Manager/Bookkeeper to join our team in Newark, New Jersey. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in financial management and office administration. The Office Manager/Bookkeeper will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:

Manage day to day operations, including ad hoc projects. Manage accounts receivable processes, including tracking payments, generating aging reports, and handling collections. Serve as backup for accounts payable tasks, ensuring timely and accurate payment processing. Process payroll for a team of 10 employees using QuickBooks, maintaining compliance and accuracy. Oversee customer accounts by verifying bills, credits, and processing payments. Administer team commissions and ensure proper documentation. Coordinate office operations, including scheduling, inventory management, and permit documentation. Collaborate with vendors to organize product deliveries and pickups. Generate financial reports and perform bank reconciliations to support month-end close activities. Utilize QuickBooks for bookkeeping tasks and financial data management. Maintain organized records and provide administrative support to the office as needed. Proven experience in bookkeeping, including accounts receivable and accounts payable. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. Strong skills in payroll processing and bank reconciliations. Ability to manage month-end close activities and generate financial reports. Familiarity with data entry and maintaining accurate financial records. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple tasks. Strong communication skills to coordinate with vendors and team members. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use .