Bookkeeper

Morrissey and Associates; Forked River (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contribution towards health plan

Business-casual work environment

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Forked River is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage daily financial operations. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial records through meticulous bookkeeping, including daily transactions in QuickBooks, managing accounts payable and receivable, and performing reconciliations. This full-time, hybrid position offers a competitive salary between $60,000 and $70,000, as well as additional health plan contributions and a friendly workplace environment. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of bookkeeping experience with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions in QuickBooks Online.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts.
• Act as a liaison with the firm’s CPA.
• Prepare and generate weekly financial reports.
• Prepare payroll tax forms and payroll calculations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

General Accounting concepts

Experience with Windows-based accounting programs

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

College degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Namu Advisory LLC, d/b/a Morrissey and Associates, is dedicated to providing expert accounting and tax advisory services. Our firm emphasizes professional growth, technical excellence, and a collaborative workplace. We serve clients from a variety of industries, which presents our team with opportunities to address complex tax matters and continually build expertise. Integrity, innovation, and a client-focused mindset are core values that guide everything we do.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced and meticulous, full-time Bookkeeper to oversee day-to-day financial operations. The successful candidate will demonstrate a solid grasp of bookkeeping principles and the capability to manage specialized financial matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately record daily financial transactions in QuickBooks Online, including tracking revenue streams, expenses, purchases, and payments.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely processing of vendor invoices and client payments.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and multiple credit cards to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
• Act as a liaison with the firm’s CPA and coordinate activities for the year-end financial close.
• Process annual 1099 forms for both federal and state tax requirements.
• Prepare and generate weekly financial reports as well as monthly, quarterly, and annual profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows.
• Pay monthly bills and issue checks as necessary to vendors and service providers.
• Review monthly invoices, accounts payable, and credit card statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and process sales tax returns.
• Prepare payroll tax forms and payroll calculations.
• Respond to client inquiries regarding trip costs and invoices.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in General Accounting concepts.
• Experience with Windows-based accounting programs.
• Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, etc.
• Must have a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and handle sensitive, confidential information.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.
• College degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to commute to either our Forked River, NJ or Chatham, NJ office.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000, based on experience.
• Contribution towards health plan.
• Business-casual and friendly work environment.
• Full-time, hybrid role.

Company Culture

At Morrissey and Associates, we are guided by a client-first philosophy and unwavering integrity, upholding the highest ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality in every engagement. Our business-casual, friendly environment blends professionalism with approachability, while our hybrid work model offers flexibility and encourages both focused individual work and collaborative service. We are committed to staying current with tax law changes through ongoing education and research, ensuring we deliver expert advice and service. Above all, we value diversity, respect, and inclusion, encouraging a variety of perspectives and providing equal opportunity for all team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Morrissey and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring all individuals are treated respectfully and have equal opportunities in every aspect of employment, including hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and termination. Morrissey and Associates also complies with legal requirements for reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs.

We believe that welcoming a variety of perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our team and enhances the quality of service we offer our clients and communities.