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Bookkeeper/Office Administrator

Robert Half · Lawrenceville, NJ · 2 wk ago
On-siteAdministrative$60k–$65k/yrFull-time

Location: Lawrenceville Area

Schedule

  • Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–5:00 PM
  • Hybrid work arrangement:
    • Approximately 3–4 weeks of in-office training
    • After training, transition to hybrid schedule (approximately 2 days per week in the office initially)
    • Potential for fewer in-office days once fully trained
    • Additional in-office presence may be expected during busier periods

Pay

$60,000–$65,000, depending on experience

Benefits

  • Medical: 100% employer-paid for employee
  • Dental: 100% employer-paid basic dental for employee
  • Vision: Employee-paid
  • 401(k):
    • Eligible after one year
    • 100% vested upon participation
    • Employer match up to 6%
  • PTO:
    • 1 week to start, increasing to 2 weeks after one year
    • 6 additional PTO days
  • Paid holidays

About the Opportunity

A well-established organization in the Lawrenceville area is seeking a Bookkeeper / Office Assistant to join its team. This position is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in bookkeeping and accounting who is looking for a stable opportunity with the chance to grow their responsibilities. The ideal candidate will understand core accounting principles and have experience with day-to-day bookkeeping, AP/AR, reconciliations, and general accounting support. The organization is willing to provide additional training to the right candidate.

Responsibilities

  • Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and general accounting functions
  • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Monitor incoming receivables and follow up as needed
  • Make administrative updates and corrections to invoices, including client names, subsidiary information, and addresses
  • Perform account reconciliations
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Assist with prepaids and deferred expenses/revenue
  • Process recurring and one-time payments electronically
  • Maintain accurate accounting records and documentation
  • Support weekly payment processing
  • Assist with general administrative and accounting tasks as needed
  • Work closely with the accounting team on day-to-day financial operations
  • Provide support during busier periods throughout the year

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred
  • Understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits and credits
  • Experience with account reconciliations and journal entries
  • Knowledge of AP/AR processes
  • Familiarity with prepaids and deferred expenses/revenue
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a small team

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