Account Clerk - Finance Department

Monmouth-County; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Monmouth County is seeking a detail-oriented accounting assistant to support recordkeeping and reconciliation tasks under supervision in Freehold, NJ.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, voucher processing, and collaboration with vendors and staff. Proficiency with standard office software and strong organizational skills are essential for success in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numerical and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency in using computers and standard office software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage routine tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing computer systems to obtain and enter vendor information.
• Communicate with vendors and staff both oral and written.
• Request, review and process vouchers.
• Prepare records of cash receipts.
• Review financial data to ensure correct account and appropriation are cited.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Numerical ability

Vendor communications

Tools

Office software

Job description

Under direction, the successful candidate will be responsible for computing, classifying, verifying, and recording numerical data, as well as reconciling accounts, records, and financial documents.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate accuracy, strong organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and the ability to work collaboratively with vendors and staff.

Example of Duties:

• Utilizing computer systems to obtain and enter vendor information.
• Communicate with vendors and staff both oral and written.
• Request, review and process vouchers.
• Prepare records of cash receipts.
• Review financial data to ensure correct account and appropriation are cited.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic numerical and recordkeeping skills.
• Proficiency in using computers and standard office software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage routine tasks efficiently.

Please be advised, all Monmouth County positions are on site. There are no provisions to work remotely.

To read a full job description, please go to: https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/00001.htm