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Accounting Specialist
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An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$47,548 / year median in New Jersey
-13% projected decline
Job Description
Accounting Specialist at RemX | The Workforce Experts Accounting Specialist at RemX | The Workforce Experts in Edison, New Jersey Posted in about 5 hours ago.
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full-time Accounting Specialist Edison, NJ Full-Time | On-Site $55,000 - $60,000 (slightly flexible for the right candidate) About the Opportunity A growing organization in Edison, NJ is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join its team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with experience handling day-to-day accounting functions, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounting operations. Responsibilities Maintain accurate financial records by posting daily transactions, receipts, invoices, and payments. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment application, vendor bill processing, and credit memos. Perform bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness. Track and categorize expenses to support budgeting and reporting needs. Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Support costing, allocations, and variance analysis as needed. Prepare and maintain organized financial reports using Excel and accounting software. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate financial information. Qualifications 2+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and multi-tab reporting. Solid understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger processes. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience will also be considered. Requirements Ability to commute to Edison, NJ. Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Compensation:
$55,000 - $57,000 annually, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates. Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity.