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Accounting Assistant
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Robert Half
Bridgewater, NJ (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a finance team in Bridgewater, New Jersey within the waste, refuse, and environmental waste management industry. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail-focused role and can support daily accounting operations with consistency and accuracy. The position centers on processing financial transactions, assisting with payroll-related tasks, and keeping records organized to support smooth month-to-month operations.
Accounting/ Payroll Assistant Responsibilities:
- Process invoices, payment records, and purchasing documentation with careful review for accuracy and completeness.
- Support both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to help maintain timely financial transactions and account balances.
- Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to keep financial data aligned and up to date.
- Assist with commission calculations and provide payroll support by validating underlying figures and records.
- Maintain organized vendor files and accounting documentation to strengthen audit readiness and internal compliance.
- Contribute to financial reporting processes by preparing information and verifying data used by the finance team.
- Manage multiple accounting priorities independently while meeting deadlines in a high-volume work environment.