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Robert Half
Accountant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$81,368 / year median in New Jersey
-9% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a growing team in Parsippany, New Jersey. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who wants to build a strong foundation in day-to-day accounting while gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative, on-site environment. The role focuses on core financial operations, accurate recordkeeping, and supporting reporting activities that help the business run efficiently.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assist with timely payment handling across accounts payable activities.
- Monitor incoming customer payments, apply cash receipts, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable records.
- Prepare and issue invoices with close attention to billing accuracy, completeness, and follow-up needs.
- Perform account analysis to identify discrepancies, track balances, and support clean financial records.
- Assist in preparing recurring and ad hoc financial reports for internal review and decision-making.
- Complete bank and account reconciliations to ensure transactions are properly recorded and resolved.
- Enter accounting data into financial systems, maintain organized documentation, and support general ledger accuracy.
- Use Microsoft Excel and Sage 100 to manage daily accounting tasks, reporting, and record maintenance.
- Previous exposure to accounting, finance, or bookkeeping work through employment, internship, or academic training.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and basic accounting entries.
- Experience performing bank reconciliations and account reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing financial information.
- Familiarity with Sage 100 or similar accounting software.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple routine tasks in an on-site setting.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented approach.