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LHH lists this Accounting Assistant opportunity in waldwick, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accounts Payable / Accounting Clerk
Waldwick, NJ | 100% Onsite | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Compensation: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
A well-established service and construction-focused company in Waldwick, NJ is seeking an Accounts Payable / Accounting Clerk to join its accounting team.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on accounting position with a strong AP focus and the opportunity to work closely with Purchasing and Project Management. Experience in a construction, service, contracting, or project-based environment is a plus.
What You'll Do
Process and accurately enter invoices into the company's accounting system
Review invoices against parts orders and work with Purchasing and Project Managers to ensure invoices match materials received
Assist with vendor payments for job-related and general company expenses
Maintain and update vendor information
Enter payroll hours, job numbers and cost codes
Partner with Purchasing and Project Management to resolve invoice and accounting questions
Provide support with Accounts Receivable and collection calls as needed
Reconcile credit card payments and enter expense reports
Scan, organize and electronically file accounting documents
Generate reports and assist with general accounting and administrative tasks
Work as part of a team to provide backup and cross-training within the accounting department
Perform other general accounting duties as needed
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college-level accounting or bookkeeping coursework is a plus
Previous Accounts Payable or general accounting experience
Experience working with invoices, vendors and purchase orders
Construction, service, contracting or project-related accounting experience is helpful
Familiarity with an accounting or ERP system; Spectrum by Viewpoint experience is a plus
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication and organizational skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with Purchasing, Project Management and other departments
Excel Skills
Advanced Excel skills are not required . Candidates should be comfortable with basic functions, including:
Adding and subtracting
Inserting rows and columns
Sorting and filtering data
No pivot tables, VLOOKUPs or advanced formulas required.
Benefits
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
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For immediate consideration please email your resume to:
Worksite address
waldwick, NJ, 07463, US
Who can apply
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