Junior Accountant

Bright Harbor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

12 Paid Holidays

Sick Days

6 Personal Days

18 Days Accrued Vacation

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company paid Life Insurance and Long‑(

Job summary

The Bright Harbor Foundation is seeking a Junior Accountant to manage the nonprofit's financial activities, ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance with funding requirements. You will maintain financial records, assist with budgets, and support audits to help leadership make informed financial decisions aligned with our mission.

Based in Bayville, NJ, this full-time role offers a benefits package and opportunities to contribute to program success through strong accounting practices and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related field.
• 1-3 Years of accounting experience. Non-Profit or Healthcare experience a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g. MS Great plains or similar).
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• General Accounting & Accounts Payable: Prepare journal entries and account analyses.
• Process and maintain accounts payable, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Complete monthly bank and payroll reconciliations.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and billing documentation.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Compile and analyze financial data to support program and leadership decision-making.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile multiple representative payee and general ledger accounts.
• Research and resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy.
• Budget & Operational Support: Assist with budget preparation, tracking, and reporting.
• Support ongoing financial monitoring and administrative needs of the department.
• Collaboration & Process Improvement: Communicate with program staff to support financial operations.
• Contribute to process improvements and special projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (e.g. MS Great Plains)

Job description

The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing the financial activities of a nonprofit organization, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with applicable regulations and funding requirements. This role includes maintaining financial records, preparing budgets and financial reports, monitoring grants and supporting audits. The accountant ensures that all financial practices align with nonprofit accounting standards and helps leadership make informed financial decisions that support the organization’s mission.

Position Title: Junior Accountant

Position Type: Full-Time with Benefits, 35 Hours per week

Benefits Eligibility: Yes, eligible for full benefits package

Location: Bayville, NJ

Department: Administration

Responsibilities

• General Accounting & Accounts Payable
  • Prepare journal entries and account analyses
  • Process and maintain accounts payable, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation
  • Complete monthly bank and payroll reconciliations
  • Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and billing documentation
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
  • Compile and analyze financial data to support program and leadership decision-making
• Account Reconciliation
  • Reconcile multiple representative payee and general ledger accounts
  • Research and resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy
• Budget & Operational Support
  • Assist with budget preparation, tracking, and reporting
  • Support ongoing financial monitoring and administrative needs of the department
• Collaboration & Process Improvement
  • Communicate with program staff to support financial operations
  • Contribute to process improvements and special projects as needed

Education & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related field
• 1-3 Years of accounting experience. Non-Profit or Healthcare experience a plus
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g. MS Great plains or similar)
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Benefits

• Full Benefits
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Sick Days
• 6 Personal Days
• 18 Days Accrued Vacation
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 403B Plan with Company Match
• Opportunities for training/education/Continuing Education Credits
• Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunities for Tuition Discounts from Participating Institutions