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Robert Half
Bookkeeper
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What they do
A Bookkeeper keeps records of accounts and manages day to day financial recordkeeping. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. May be supervised by an accountant. Provides information for financial statements and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$45,461 / year median in Kentucky
-12% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a team in Somerset, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is confident managing core accounting activities, maintaining accurate records, and keeping transactions organized. The role requires strong experience with QuickBooks and a hands-on approach to payables, receivables, and account reconciliation.
Bookkeeper Responsibilities:
- Maintain complete and accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and organizing supporting documentation.
- Process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner while monitoring outstanding obligations and resolving discrepancies.
- Generate customer invoices, track incoming payments, and follow up on overdue balances to support healthy cash flow.
- Reconcile bank and financial accounts on a regular basis to ensure records align with account activity.
- Use QuickBooks to manage bookkeeping functions, update account information, and prepare routine financial reports.
- Review accounting entries for accuracy and investigate irregularities before finalizing records.
- Assist with month-end financial close activities by ensuring transactions are posted correctly and accounts are up to date.