Bookkeeper
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Jersey City, New Jersey. This role will oversee core accounting activities across receivables, payables, payroll support, and reporting while helping maintain accurate records and timely transactions. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:• Oversee daily cash handling activities, including recording deposits, processing check images, organizing supporting documentation, and applying incoming funds to the appropriate customer accounts.
• Review and reconcile assigned cash and deduction ledgers, research unresolved balances, and coordinate follow-up actions to clear outstanding items promptly.
• Administer the accounts payable workflow by monitoring incoming invoice communications, entering and validating payment data, and preparing scheduled disbursements to vendors.
• Audit and process employee expense submissions while maintaining administrative oversight of travel and expense platforms and related account access.
• Maintain the company credit card program, including transaction review, account monitoring, and record accuracy.
• Support monthly payroll processing, benefits-related coordination, and associated human resources administrative tasks to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Record tariff-related financial entries and work with external brokers or online portals to obtain monthly statements and confirm payment readiness.
• Prepare data for monthly sales tax reporting and submit required information through the designated tax compliance platform.
• Hands-on bookkeeping experience covering both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Proficiency with SAP and confidence working within accounting systems and financial software tools.
• Experience performing bank and account reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of cash application, invoice processing, and vendor payment procedures.
• Familiarity with payroll support, employee expense processing, and credit card account administration.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies, resolve exceptions, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage recurring deadlines and multiple priorities effectively.
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