Accounting Clerk

Magyar Bank; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401k

Job summary

Magyar Bank is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join the Finance team in Central New Jersey. You will reconcile bank balances to the general ledger, research discrepancies, and process accounts payable entries and checks. You’ll also assist with account research, audits, and related compliance tasks.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work with multiple departments. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; college accounting/finance courses preferred.
• 2–4 years related accounting experience desired.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconciles bank balances to the general ledger and researches discrepancies.
• Processes accounts payable entries and checks.
• Provides general accounting support to other departments as needed.
• Back up finance staff and assist with audits and tax-related tasks as needed.
• Maintain Sales Tax Expenditure worksheet for UEZ reimbursement.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Independence

Education

High School diploma

College accounting/finance courses

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

Internet search

Job description

Magyar Bank, a leader in the community banking sector, is searching for qualified candidates to join our Finance team in the Central New Jersey area as Accounting Clerk.

The Accounting Clerk will reconcile Bank balances to the general ledger. Research discrepancies. Process Accounts payable entries and checks. This role will also assist with account research and audits.

Essential Functions:

• Reconciles financial institution balances to the general ledger
• Reconciles general ledger accounts and researches discrepancies
• Provides general accounting support to other departments as necessary
• Processes Accounts Payable entries and checks
• Back up Finance Staff as needed
• Assists with account research and audits as necessary
• Maintains Sales Tax Expenditure worksheet for reimbursement under UEZ program
• Special Projects as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. College level accounting/finance courses required.
• 2-4 years related accounting experience desired
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, as well as good analytical, verbal, mathematical and written communication skills
• Computer literate, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word and internet search
• Must be detail-oriented with excellent follow-up skills and the ability to multi-task
• Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management
• Ability to work independently

Magyar Bank offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package, which include medical, dental, life insurance and 401k.

Salary Range: $43,900 - $58,200 per year

Only qualified candidates that meet the position requirements will be contacted.

Magyar Bank is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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