Accounting Assistant (AP/AR)

Recruiting Partner: Arsham Kamali

New Brunswick, New Jersey | Accounting & Finance | Not Remote | $60,000 to $70,000 | Job ID: 178282

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Accounting Assistant | AP/AR | Full-Cycle Accounting | Up to $70,000 + Bonus

We're a growing, people-first company looking for an experienced Accounting Assistant with strong Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) experience to join our accounting team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working with both vendors and customers while supporting the daily financial operations of a stable, growing organization. If you're looking for a company that values its employees, offers excellent benefits, and provides long-term career growth, we'd love to speak with you.

Accounting Assistant Responsibilities

As our Accounting Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day accounting operations by managing both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions.

Responsibilities include:

  • Process Accounts Payable invoices, coding, approvals, and payment processing
  • Manage Accounts Receivable, customer invoicing, payment posting, and collections follow-up
  • Reconcile vendor statements and customer accounts
  • Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and financial documentation
  • Prepare reports and assist with financial reconciliations
  • Support budgeting and general accounting activities
  • Handle Certificates of Insurance (COIs), permits, and related administrative documentation
  • Work closely with vendors, customers, and internal departments to resolve accounting issues
  • Assist with additional accounting projects as assigned

Accounting Assistant Qualifications

We're looking for someone who brings:

  • 3+ years of Accounting Assistant, Accounting Clerk, AP/AR Specialist, or Bookkeeper experience
  • Hands-on experience with both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Experience with invoice processing, billing, reconciliations, and payment posting
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and accounting software skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and customer service abilities
  • A positive, team-oriented attitude and willingness to learn

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary up to $70,000
  • Quarterly Performance Bonus
  • Additional Year-End Bonus
  • 75% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance (Employee & Family)
  • Two Weeks PTO (Years 1-2)
  • Three Weeks PTO (Years 3+)
  • 401(k)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Stable company with excellent long-term career growth

 

JOB ID: 178282

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