Accounting Clerk

Syntagma Group; East Windsor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntagma Group is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk in East Windsor Township, New Jersey. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations and requires strong analytical skills and prior experience in property management or hospitality.

Key responsibilities include processing accounts payable, maintaining general ledgers, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate must possess excellent organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Prior accounting, accounts payable, or bookkeeping experience required.
• Experience in commercial property management, hospitality, or related environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions in the general ledger by reviewing invoices and preparing journal entries.
• Process accounts payable functions, scheduling and preparing vendor payments.
• Maintain accounting ledgers through accurate posting and reconciliation of transactions.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk to support day-to-day accounting operations within a fast-paced environment. This individual will be responsible for accounts payable processing, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, financial reporting support, and various accounting administrative functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and prior experience working within commercial property management, hospitality, or related accounting environments.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions to general ledger accounts by reviewing invoices, analyzing supporting documentation, and preparing journal entries
• Process accounts payable functions including scheduling and preparing vendor payments
• Monitor discount opportunities and ensure proper application of rebates, credits, and outstanding returns
• Verify vendor information including federal tax ID numbers and reconcile vendor statements and related transactions
• Review invoices against contracts and agreements to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate billing
• Maintain accounting ledgers through accurate posting and reconciliation of account transactions
• Calculate and record sales and use taxes as required
• Audit and reconcile various accounting and operational reports while maintaining supporting spreadsheets and documentation
• Prepare journal entries including prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, and other monthly accounting adjustments
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Prepare and file 1099 forms in compliance with reporting requirements
• Maintain organized accounting records and accounts payable filing systems
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and internal accounting controls
• Support management with ad hoc accounting projects and administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Prior accounting, accounts payable, or bookkeeping experience required
• Experience within commercial property management, real estate, hospitality, or multi-entity accounting environments preferred
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of financial reporting processes and accounting procedures preferred