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Bookkeeper/Office Administrator

Robert Half Finance & Accounting

Lawrenceville, NJHybridContract / Temporary$60–65K/yrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$60–65K/yr
Location
Lawrenceville, NJHybrid
Schedule
Contract / Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Robert Half seeks a Bookkeeper/Office Administrator in Lawrenceville, NJ to perform day-to-day bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and general accounting support while providing administrative assistance in a hybrid work setting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

BookkeepingAccountingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableAccount ReconciliationsJournal EntriesPrepaidsDeferred ExpensesMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunicationProblem SolvingIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Qualifications

2+ Years Bookkeeping or Accounting Experience Preferred

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description Position: Bookkeeper / Office Assistant Location: Lawrenceville Area Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–5:00 PM Work Arrangement: Schedule & Hybrid Work Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–5:00 PM Approximately 3–4 weeks of in-office training After training, the position will transition to a hybrid schedule Approximately 2 days per week in the office initially, with the potential for fewer in-office days once fully trained Additional in-office presence may be expected during busier periods

Compensation: $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 Additional PTO: 6 additional PTO days 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 Requirements 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 This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting detail oriented seeking a stable, hybrid position with a collaborative team and strong benefits package.

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