Bookkeeper - Public Accounting Firm

Whitman Advisory Job Community; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A prominent accounting recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper in Red Bank, NJ. This full-time role requires strong bookkeeping and accounting skills, with 3+ years of experience preferred. The ideal candidate should have proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office, and a degree in Accounting or Business Administration. Key responsibilities include maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in public accounting.
• Experience working with various types of businesses.
• Strong understanding of debits and credits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for multiple clients.
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform bank reconciliations and account analysis.
• Prepare payroll tax returns and manage compliance.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting principles

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

MS Office

Job description

Whitman Advisory Job Community provided pay range

This range is provided by Whitman Advisory Job Community. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

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Location: Red Bank, NJ (100% Onsite, Monday–Friday)

Job Type: Full-time

Whitman Advisory is partnering with a well-established public accounting firm in Red Bank, New Jersey, to recruit a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent technical skills, and a desire to work in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Schedule

• Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Minimum: 37.5 hours per week
• Overtime: As needed, based on firm and client needs

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for multiple clients
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Perform bank reconciliations and account analysis to ensure accuracy
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with period-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Manage and organize client documents and support schedules
• Prepare payroll tax returns and ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations
• Handle sales and use tax and other tax compliance filings as requiredCommunicate directly with clients to resolve accounting, reconciliation, and documentation issues
• Ensure all work aligns with GAAP standards and firm policies

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting (public accounting experience preferred)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration (required)
• Experience working with individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and mid‑sized businesses
• Strong understanding of:
• Debits and credits
• Payroll processing

Technical Skills

• Proficient in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop (minimum 3 years)
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Comfortable working with multiple client files and systems
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and research skills
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing
• Accounting