Staff Accountant (FQHC experience preferred)

Neighborhood Health; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Health in Plainfield, New Jersey, is seeking a Staff Accountant to provide management with accurate financial information. Responsibilities include reviewing financial statements, preparing payroll and accounts payable, and organizing financial records. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and at least two years of experience, preferably in non-profit accounting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks is required, along with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in accounting or a related field.
• Non‑profit accounting experience is helpful.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements for accuracy and legal compliance.
• Prepare and file payroll entries and reports.
• Responsible for all aspects of Accounts Payable.
• Enter accounting related information into business logs.
• Inspect account books for efficiency and accuracy.
• Organize and update financial records.
• Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue.
• Perform weekly bank settlements.
• Prepare documentation for external auditors.
• Assist Controller with any necessary projects.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Organizational skills

Excellent verbal skills

Excellent written skills

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

QuickBooks

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides management with accurate financial information by verifying, inputting and documenting financial data, researching, analyzing and reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements and reports.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for these essential activities:

• Review financial statements for accuracy and legal compliance
• Prepare and file payroll entries and reports
• Responsible for all aspects of Accounts Payable
• Enter accounting related information into business logs
• Inspect account books for efficiency and accuracy
• Organize and update financial records
• Recommend ways to reduce costs and enhance revenue
• Perform weekly bank settlements
• Prepare documentation for external auditors
• Assist Controller with any necessary projects
• Performs related activities as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education or Formal Training:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

None required

Previous Work Experience:

• At least two years’ experience in accounting or a related field, non‑profit accounting experience is helpful
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Knowledge of general accounting principles
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Experience using accounting software QuickBooks is preferred
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, willingness to learn and strong organizational skills necessary
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Ability to read and analyze financial report