Accounting Clerk

Ledgent, Inc.; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent, Inc. seeks an Accounting Clerk to provide temporary support for a busy transportation operation. The role will assist with accounts payable, payroll support, journal entries, and financial reporting while a teammate is on leave.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Munis experience is a plus, and strong Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or accounting clerk roles.
• Strong Excel/spreadsheet skills.
• Knowledge of general ledger coding and journal entries.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Daily GFI reports: pulling/saving reports and entering data in spreadsheets.
• Entering Check Invoices into Munis: coding invoices to GL and amounts, posting in Munis, printing and mailing checks, filing paid invoices.
• Posting Invoices/invoice funds: allocating expenses to departments in spreadsheets and posting in Munis.
• Completing weekly payroll reports: entering data in spreadsheets, balancing, and preparing invoices for weekly checks or ACH.

Skills

Accounts payable

Journal entries

Excel

Organizational skills

Independence

Communication

Tools

Munis

Job description

We are seeking an Accounting Clerk to provide temporary support for a busy transportation operation. This position will assist with accounts payable, payroll support, journal entries, and financial reporting activities while covering for an employee on leave. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Daily GFI reports = pulling/saving reports and entering data in spreadsheet
• Entering Check Invoices into Munis = Coding check invoice with GL and amounts, Entering each into Munis, After approval-Printing & Mailing checks, Filing paid invoices
• Posting Invoices/invoice funds = Entering breakdown of expenses to each Department into spreadsheet, Posting into Munis
• Completing weekly payroll reports = Items entered into different spreadsheet and balanced and invoice prepared for weekly checks or ACH
  • Union Dues
  • Garnishments (Child Support & Levy)
  • 401k contributions
  • Weekly UTD
• Posting Invoices/payroll funds = Entering breakdown of payroll & taxes to each Department into spreadsheet, Posting into Munis
• Back-up for cash counting

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in accounts payable, accounting clerk, or accounting assistant roles.
• Munis experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of general ledger coding and journal entries.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.