Junior Accountant

BHIRED; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K provided

Job summary

First Roles is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the head bookkeeper and contribute to the day-to-day financial operations in Lakewood, New Jersey. This is an excellent entry point for someone early in their accounting career who wants to learn from an experienced professional and grow within a stable, established company.

Key duties include assisting with bookkeeping tasks, invoicing, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of in-office accounting or bookkeeping experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency with accounting software and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist the head bookkeeper with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure entries are up to date.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Process invoices, payments, and expense tracking.
• Reconcile accounts and flag discrepancies for review.
• Assist with financial reporting and documentation as needed.

Skills

Accounting experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Accounting software proficiency

Job description

Junior Accountant | Lakewood, NJ • $55,000-$65,000

About the Role A service-based company in Lakewood is looking for a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support their head bookkeeper and contribute to the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who is ready to roll up their sleeves, learn from an experienced professional, and grow within a stable, established company.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping Support

• Assist the head bookkeeper with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping tasks
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure entries are up to date
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes

Financial Administration

• Process invoices, payments, and expense tracking
• Reconcile accounts and flag discrepancies for review
• Assist with financial reporting and documentation as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of in-office accounting or bookkeeping experience required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Proficiency with accounting software and standard office tools

Benefits

• 401K provided