Bookkeeper - Public Accounting Firm

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$50,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Location: Red Bank, NJ (100% Onsite, Monday–Friday)

Job Type: Full-time

Whitman Advisory is partnering with a well-established public accounting firm in Red Bank, New Jersey, to recruit a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper
. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent technical skills, and a desire to work in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

• Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Minimum: 37.5 hours per week
• Overtime: As needed, based on firm and client needs

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for multiple clients
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Perform bank reconciliations and account analysis to ensure accuracy
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with period-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Manage and organize client documents and support schedules
• Prepare payroll tax returns and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations
• Handle sales and use tax and other tax compliance filings as required
  
  Communicate directly with clients to resolve accounting, reconciliation, and documentation issues
• Ensure all work aligns with GAAP standards and firm policies

• 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting (public accounting experience preferred)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration (required)
• Experience working with individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and mid‑sized businesses
• Strong understanding of:
• Debits and credits
• Payroll processing

• Proficient in Quick Books Online and Quick Books Desktop (minimum 3 years)
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Comfortable working with multiple client files and systems
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and research skills
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing
• Accounting