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Full Charge Bookkeeper

Robert Half Finance & Accounting

Somerset, NJContractPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Somerset, NJ
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Robert Half Finance & Accounting is hiring a Full Charge Bookkeeper. The Full Charge Bookkeeper will manage daily financial operations, ensuring accurate records and compliance. This role involves maintaining financial records, processing transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing reports for leadership and external partners. The ideal candidate possesses strong bookkeeping expertise and sound judgment.

Key focus areas include Manage full-cycle bookkeeping activities, ensuring accurate financial records., Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions., and Reconcile bank statements, deposits, and general ledger balances..

Successful candidates bring Full Charge Bookkeeping Experience. Important skills include Bookkeeping Expertise, Sound Judgment, Financial Compliance, Accounting Practices, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Bookkeeping ExpertiseSound JudgmentFinancial ComplianceAccounting PracticesAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBank ReconciliationPayroll FunctionsTax Filings1099 PreparationBalance Sheet SchedulesEscrow RecordsFixed Asset DocumentationVendor Account FilesBudget TrackingAudit ReadinessFinancial ReportingGeneral Bookkeeping PrinciplesFinancial RecordkeepingAccount MaintenanceAttention to DetailManage Multiple DeadlinesEffective CommunicationGovernment Accounting

Qualifications

Proven Experience in Full Charge BookkeepingExperience Processing PayrollLegally Authorized to Work in the United States

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

We are looking for a Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee day-to-day financial operations for the organization. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate records, supporting financial compliance, and ensuring core accounting activities are completed on time. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to produce reliable reports for leadership and external partners.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the organization’s full-cycle bookkeeping activities, ensuring financial records are accurate, current, and aligned with established accounting practices.

  • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoice handling, payment tracking, and timely posting of receipts and disbursements.

  • Reconcile bank statements, deposits, and general ledger balances to maintain consistency across all financial accounts.

  • Administer payroll functions and related tax filings, while supporting year-end reporting such as 1099 preparation and submission.

  • Maintain balance sheet schedules, escrow records, fixed asset documentation, and vendor account files with a high level of accuracy.

  • Assist with annual budget tracking and provide organized financial documentation to support audit readiness and external review processes.

  • Prepare regular and ad hoc financial reports for management to support operational and strategic decision-making.

  • Collaborate with outside accounting, audit, and other service firms throughout the year to ensure timely financial coordination and compliance.

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision

Requirements

  • Proven experience in full charge bookkeeping with responsibility for end-to-end accounting support.

  • Government accounting experienced highly preferred

  • Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes.

  • Experience processing payroll and supporting payroll tax administration and year-end reporting requirements.

  • Strong understanding of general bookkeeping principles, financial recordkeeping, and account maintenance.

  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate financial data.

  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work with management and external partners.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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