Bookkeeper
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
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Robert Half Finance & Accounting is hiring a Bookkeeper. A well-established boutique CPA firm in Monmouth County seeks an experienced Bookkeeper to maintain bookkeeping records for multiple client entities, prepare sales tax returns, process payroll, perform reconciliations, manage accounts payable, coordinate check runs, and assist with e‑filing and other accounting projects, emphasizing detail‑orientation, collaboration, and work‑life balance.
Key focus areas include Maintain bookkeeping records for multiple client entities, Prepare and file sales tax returns, and Process payroll and payroll tax returns.
Important skills include Bookkeeping Records Maintenance, Sales Tax Return Preparation, Payroll, Bank Reconciliations, Account Reconciliations, and Accounts Payable Management.
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Description Bookkeeper Location: Red Bank / Middletown, NJ (Monmouth County) Salary: $50,000 - $65,000 + Benefits Schedule: permanent
About the Opportunity A well-established boutique CPA firm in Monmouth County is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our growing team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a detail oriented, collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and flexibility. Responsibilities Maintain bookkeeping records for multiple client entities Prepare and file sales tax returns Process payroll and payroll tax returns Perform bank and account reconciliations Manage accounts payable, including bill entry and payment processing Coordinate and generate check runs to ensure timely vendor payments Assist with e-filing and other administrative/accounting projects Utilize QuickBooks and Excel to support client accounting functions Qualifications 3+ years of bookkeeping experience Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Associate's degree required Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary: $50,000 - $65,000 401(k) plan with company match Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Flexible scheduling Why Join Us? Convenient Monmouth County location Boutique firm culture with direct exposure to clients Stable and growing organization Strong work-life balance Collaborative and detail oriented team environment Requirements Qualifications 3+ years of bookkeeping experience Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Associate's degree required
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