Accounting Clerk

Accounting Operations Assistant

Job Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $50,000 annually

Schedule: Hybrid

Location: New Jersey-based office presence required Neptune, NJ

Position Overview

A mission-driven organization is seeking an Accounting Operations Assistant to join its accounting and finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level accounting professional or someone with foundational accounting experience who is looking to grow within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

The Accounting Operations Assistant will provide day-to-day support across core accounting operations, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, documentation, billing support, deposits, and project-based accounting assistance. This role will work closely with the accounting team and other internal departments to ensure accurate financial records, timely processing, and smooth operational workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily accounting operations, including basic accounting functions, financial documentation, and related administrative processes.
• Maintain the Accounts Payable process by entering invoices, recording expenses, processing payments, and ensuring vendor-related documentation is accurate and complete.
• Assist with Accounts Receivable functions, including recording billings, posting payments, preparing deposits, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Organize, track, and maintain accounting records such as invoices, departmental billings, employee reimbursements, cash receipts, journal vouchers, and other finance-related documents.
• Provide support for labor-related projects and accounting operations tied to internal financial processes.
• Help ensure financial information is processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with internal procedures.
• Collaborate with accounting team members, department leaders, and internal stakeholders to resolve questions, gather documentation, and support financial reporting needs.
• Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other accounting-related tasks as assigned.
• Communicate professionally with internal team members and external contacts regarding invoices, payments, billing questions, and financial documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive financial information.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related experience in accounting, finance, office administration, bookkeeping, or a similar support role preferred.
• Foundational understanding of basic accounting functions, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using accounting software or ERP systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to organize financial documents and maintain accurate records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with multiple departments.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong follow-up skills and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.

Education

• High school diploma required.
• Some college coursework, associate degree, or related accounting/finance training preferred.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position is currently hybrid due to office renovation/relocation.
• Employees are currently expected to report onsite one day per week, with the remainder of the week worked remotely.
• Beginning in Spring 2027, the role is expected to transition to three days per week onsite.
• The organization is expecting to move into a renovated office location around March 2027.
• Summer schedule includes Fridays off from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with longer workdays Monday through Thursday to maintain a 35-hour workweek.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $50,000 annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Pension contribution program: employer contributes 11% of salary when employee contributes 3%
• Death benefit
• 17 paid holidays, including office closure from December 24 through January 1
• 20 vacation days annually
• 6 sick days annually
• 3 personal days annually
• Vacation, sick, and personal time are prorated for employees hired after July 1
• Hybrid work schedule
• Summer Friday schedule from Memorial Day through Labor Day

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance