Junior Accountant

About the role

The Junior Accountant position at CarePlus NJ Inc. offers an entry-level opportunity within the finance department, focusing on cash reconciliation, cash management, and bank reconciliation. The role also provides exposure to grants, contracts, and fee-for-service operations, along with cross-training in various areas of finance and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger by reconciling key accounts including bank accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, prepaid accounts and accrued liabilities.
• Adjusting entries for amortization of prepaid expenses, analyzing accounts payable transactions, preparing fixed asset depreciation and other accrued liabilities.
• Provide financial status information by preparing special reports, completing special projects.
• Review and analysis of contract expenditures. Prepare budgets and periodic reports for contract reimbursement.
• Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
• Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
• Support other team members as needed including accounts payable, accounts receivable and banking transactions.
• Aid in the preparation for annual audit and tax return filings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years knowledge and experience in bookkeeping/accounting

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and insurable under Agency's automobile insurance policy

Skills

• Proficiency in accounting software
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

• Health and Dental Coverage
• Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 403B Plan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount and Rewards Program

Pay

$52-$55k

Schedule

On-site Full-Time, Monday through Friday: 9am-5pm