Accounting Assistant

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.

Requirements

Accounting/ Payroll Assistant Requirements:

- 3+ years of practical experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or a related finance function.

- Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation activities.

- Prior involvement with commission-based payroll processing is strongly preferred

- Proficiency with accounting software such as Quick Books, Sage Intacct, or comparable systems.

- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with formulas, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.

- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, with a high level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through.

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