Accounting/Bookkeeping

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Fairfield (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced bookkeeper to handle daily accounting tasks in Fairfield, NJ. You will manage data entry, journal entries, AP/AR, payroll, and month-end close.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of corporate/government/non-profit accounting, strong knowledge of GAAP, and proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, and payroll systems such as ADP or Paychex. Attention to detail and confidentiality essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in corporate/government/non-profit accounting environments.
• Proficient with QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian or similar platforms.
• Experience with payroll systems like ADP or Paychex desirable.
• Knowledge of debits/credits, reconciliations, and general ledger management.
• Ability to perform balance sheet reconciliation and account analysis accurately.
• Familiarity with tax regulations and accounts payable/receivable processes.
• Excellent math skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks including data entry, journal entries, and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and collections.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and balance sheets regularly to maintain accuracy.
• Prepare financial statements, bank reconciliations, and account analyses in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee payroll management using systems such as ADP, Paychex, Kronos, or UltiPro; ensure timely salary processing and compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of tax-related transactions and assist with tax preparation activities.
• Support internal controls by adhering to SOX compliance standards where applicable.
• Utilize various financial software tools including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, and others for efficient accounting operations.
• Assist with budgeting processes, financial reporting, and audit preparations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting workflows and ensure data integrity.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

General ledger

Bank reconciliation

GAAP

Payroll management

Tax preparation

Financial analysis

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

PeopleSoft

Ceridian

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Kronos

UltiPro

Job description

Duties

• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks including data entry, journal entries, and double-entry bookkeeping to ensure precise financial records.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and collections.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and balance sheets regularly to maintain accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Prepare financial statements, bank reconciliations, and account analyses in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Oversee payroll management using systems such as ADP, Paychex, Kronos, or UltiPro; ensure timely salary processing and compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of tax-related transactions and assist with tax preparation activities.
• Support internal controls by adhering to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance standards where applicable.
• Utilize various financial software tools including QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, and others for efficient accounting operations.
• Assist with budgeting processes, financial reporting, and audit preparations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting workflows and ensure data integrity.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in accounting or bookkeeping roles within corporate or governmental settings.
• Proven expertise in corporate accounting practices, governmental accounting standards, or non-profit accounting environments.
• Strong familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with payroll systems like ADP or Paychex is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, account reconciliation, and general ledger management.
• Demonstrated ability to perform balance sheet reconciliation and account analysis accurately.
• Familiarity with tax regulations and experience handling accounts payable/receivable processes.
• Excellent math skills along with attention to detail for precise data entry and account analysis.
• Ability to interpret financial data confidently while maintaining confidentiality. This role is ideal for a motivated professional eager to apply their technical expertise in a collaborative environment. We welcome candidates who are committed to accuracy, continuous learning, and supporting organizational success through sound financial practices.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
Pay Rate: $30-35
Location: Fairfield NJ
Temp to Perm position

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location

In person