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Bookkeeper

Robert Half
Hackensack, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2023 CLOSED ON 11/25/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Robert Half?

Ready to take the next step in your career as a Bookkeeper? Robert Half has a terrific opportunity for you to check out! To excel in this position, you should comfortable with collaborative work and possess a strong set of social skills. You're welcome to contact us if you feel like you'd be a good fit. Based in the Hackensack, New Jersey region, this Bookkeeper role would be a long-term contract / temporary to hire position.

How you will make an impact

  • Support accounts by verifying, allocating, and posting transactions
  • Monitor accounts by balancing entries
  • Design Accounts Receivable invoices, analyzing payments received, and record deposits
  • Assemble financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information
  • Oversee and maintain a well-run system to account for financial transactions by establishing a chart of accounts; define bookkeeping policies and procedures
  • Oversee and manage general ledger
  • Uphold quality historical records by filing documents
  • BS Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred
  • Prior experience working with collections/accounting software
  • Well-founded grasp of Invoice
  • Payroll experience
  • Proven knowledge of Purchase Orders
  • Knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR) experience
  • Reconciliations experience highly desired
  • QuickBooks experience
  • Previous experience as a Bookkeeper preferred
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

© 2023 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use .

Salary : $24 - $28

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