Junior Accountant - TEMP

Junior Accountant

Our client located in Bergen County is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their team for a four-month contract. This position will be responsible for supporting the Accounting and Finance Department.

• Assist as backup in maintaining accounts receivable, document bills and supporting documentation
• Assist as backup in maintaining accounts payable, ensure timely payment of invoices, confirming validity of the debt and gathering appropriate signatures
• Assist in the preparation of bank reconciliations
• Updating financial records via accounting software
• Gathering payroll expenses and input into appropriate entry line
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly reports
• Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings
• Assist in completing the annual audit
• Assist with other accounting projects
• This position requires regular and reliable attendance and adherence to work and lunch schedules; this is an in-office position.
• Preparing quarterly budget under the purview of senior management
• Analyzing financial statements and various accounts
• Prepare reconciliations for miscellaneous balance sheet accounts
• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Update accounts receivable and issue invoices
• Update accounts payable and perform reconciliations
• Assist with reviewing and auditing of expenses, payroll records etc. as assigned
• Update financial data in databases to ensure that information will be accurate and immediately available when needed
• Assist with other accounting projects

• Degree in accounting or finance preferred
• Strong technical skills, Excel/Quick Books experience preferred
• Strong communication skills
• 1-2 years experience in accounting field