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We are looking for an early-career accounting team member to join a growing team in Oakland, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to build practical experience in a collaborative environment while supporting core financial operations.
Responsibilities:
• Process accounts payable transactions by reviewing invoices, organizing payment batches, and assigning accurate coding details.
• Enter financial data into accounting records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Reconcile vendor statements and internal account balances to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Communicate with vendors to address payment questions, clarify account issues, and maintain positive business relationships.
• Support day-to-day accounting activities across payables as needed by the department.
• Prepare and post routine accounting entries to help maintain complete and accurate financial records.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliations to ensure transactions are properly recorded.
• Contribute to administrative and accounting tasks within a small team environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Use Excel and other accounting systems to track transactions, maintain records, and support reporting needs.
• Exposure to or foundational knowledge of accounts payable and general accounting processes.
• Ability to perform account and bank reconciliations with strong attention to accuracy.
• Comfortable handling data entry and repetitive transaction processing in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills for working with vendors and internal team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for organizing, reviewing, and updating financial information.
• Bachelor’s degree or other completed degree is welcomed; a specific major is not required.
• Familiarity with accounting software is helpful but not mandatory.