Accounting Assistant
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Job description
Accounting Assistant
Division
PS - Accounting + Finance
Location
Livingston, New Jersey
Employment Type
Temporary
Join a dynamic, New Jersey-based professional services firm focused on delivering client-centered solutions across a wide range of complex practice areas. This role reports to the Controller and is based in Essex County / Livingston, New Jersey. The position plays a key role in supporting daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial processing, and maintaining strong internal financial controls.
Job Description:
Compensation : $25 - $30 Job ID : 42900
Job Function:
Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, and prepare payments in accordance with internal policies.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation.
Prepare and issue client invoices within the billing system.
Monitor outstanding accounts and assist with collections efforts.
payments to client accounts and reconcile accounts receivable sub-ledgers.
Prepare daily cash receipts and manage bank deposits accurately and securely.
Record and post cash receipts to the appropriate accounts.
Reconcile daily transactions to ensure all funds are properly accounted for.
Support monthly billing cycles and ensure timely invoice distribution.
Job Requirements:
Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably with AP/AR and billing exposure.
Proficiency with accounting software (experience with legal billing systems a plus).
Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Qualifications
3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably with AP/AR and billing exposure.
Proficiency with accounting software (experience with legal billing systems a plus).