Senior Bookkeeper

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day accounting and payroll functions for our warehouse and logistics operations. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial records, compliant payroll processing, and effective labor cost tracking in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

This position focuses on operational accounting and bookkeeping, not tax strategy or audit work.

Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate general ledger records using QuickBooks (or similar accounting system)
• Handle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR)
• Prepare and reconcile bank and credit card statements
• Record customer billing, storage fees, handling fees, and other warehouse-related revenue
• Track and categorize operational expenses, including labor, utilities, equipment, and vendor services

2. Payroll & Labor Cost Management

• Process payroll for warehouse staff, including exempt and non-exempt employees
• Track overtime, sick leave, and PTO in compliance with New Jersey labor laws
• Ensure accurate payroll tax filings, W-2s, and 1099s
• Work with payroll providers (ADP, Gusto, Paychex, or similar)
• Monitor labor costs and support management with headcount and cost analysis

3. Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with federal and New Jersey payroll and employment regulations
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities
• Prepare internal financial reports (P&L, cash flow summaries) for management review
• Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax filings and year-end reporting

4. Operational Support

• Support management with budgeting and cost control for warehouse operations
• Assist in setting up accounting processes for new customers or services
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting
• Strong experience with payroll processing, including overtime and hourly employees
• Working knowledge of New Jersey payroll and labor compliance
• Proficiency with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Experience working with payroll systems such as ADP, Gusto, or Paychex
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience in warehouse, logistics, 3PL, or transportation companies
• Multi-state payroll experience
• Experience supporting growing or early-stage companies
• Familiarity with inventory-related accounting (not required to be advanced)
• Chinese (Mandarin) preferred / a strong plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48, $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• Mandarin (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Ewing, NJ Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,000