Junior / Staff Accountant

Heller Industries, Inc.; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Heller Industries, Inc. is seeking an accounting professional to perform a broad range of accounting functions, including posting daily cash receipts, AR/AP processing, reconciliations, and month-end close.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and have 2–5 years of progressive accounting experience, with strong Excel/Office skills and familiarity with ERP systems such as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2–5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and think independently.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and eagerness to learn.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O or similar ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Post and apply daily cash customer receipts accurately and timely
• Prepare and process customer check deposits
• Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up with customers on past-due payments
• Email customer invoices and account statements
• Prepare and process manual customer invoices for miscellaneous or non-routine billing transactions
• Investigate and resolve customer payment discrepancies and outstanding balances
• Perform monthly accounts receivable reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies
• Prepare and distribute employee payroll related files to authorized recipients in a timely and confidential manner
• Create and maintain customer and vendor accounts in the accounting system
• Assist with month-end closing activities
• Participate and prepare year end schedules for Annual Review with outside Auditor.
• Research and resolve discrepancies, accounting errors and interpretation data.
• Back up to team members for duties assigned.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

The position requires the performance of various accounting functions. Duties include the recording, reconciling and reporting of financial transactions. These include, but are not limited to:

• Post and apply daily cash customer receipts accurately and timely
• Prepare and process customer check deposits
• Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and follow up with customers on past-due payments
• Email customer invoices and account statements
• Prepare and process manual customer invoices for miscellaneous or non-routine billing transactions
• Investigate and resolve customer payment discrepancies and outstanding balances
• Perform monthly accounts receivable reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Review and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies
• Prepare and distribute employee payroll related files to authorized recipients in a timely and confidential manner
• Create and maintain customer and vendor accounts in the accounting system
• Assist with month-end closing activities
• Participate and prepare year end schedules for Annual Review with outside Auditor.
• Research and resolve discrepancies, accounting errors and interpretation data.
• Back up to team members for duties assigned.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 2-5 years of progressive experiences in accounting/finance
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written/ verbal communication and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail of critical importance
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and think independently
• Self-motivated individual
• Strong work ethic
• Eagerness to learn
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O or similar ERP systems is a plus

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

• For company information, please visit http://www.hellerindustries.com.Heller Industries is an Equal Opportunity/ ...Employer.