Jr Accountant

Jr Accountant or Accountant Essential DutiesThe position entails the following job functions and responsibilities:Verifies information and maintains accounts receivable reports including but not limited to monthly sales, open invoices, and aging reports.Receives checks and prepares deposit slips; verifies remittances against business accounts; deposits check daily.Ensures timely and accurate processing of accounts payable; receives, verifies, and posts accounts payable invoices into accounting system.Supports the month end closing procedures by entering necessary entries in the system.Conducts bank reconciliation daily between our accounting system and our bank portals.Interacts with vendors and department managers when processing a resolution of account discrepancies.Receives and reviews purchase orders, check requests, and/or other related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.Receives credit card receipts and reconciles against corporate credit cards monthly.Follows up on account statements and other discrepancies regarding payment of accounts; serves as liaison between departments and vendors in the resolution of administrative problems and inquiries.Reviews, audits, and processes employee expense reimbursements; verifies accuracy of expenses and adherence to company policies.Maintains accounting department files and records.Enters information into accounting data entry system.Assists with month-end close and run monthly reports as required.Assists with special accounting projects as needed.Contacts customers to request payment of delinquent accounts.Reconcile sales invoices with USA billing for month-end accuracy; generate any missing invoices and send them to clients to close monthly billing cycle.Prepares collections and aging reports.Research customer claims of invoice payment and/or discrepancies.Send invoices to customers, coordinates customer requests for invoice copies, with accounting support staff, as requested.Support sales administration with PO entries, order confirmation, and other related tasks as needed.Monitors and maintains accounts receivable aging.Prepares customer invoices; calculates sales tax; reconciles customer accounts.Performs other related duties as assigned by management.Assist with accounting system upgrade.Calculates commission payables.Answers, screens, and directs incoming telephone calls.Sorts and distributes internal and external mail.Performs general clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing, typing, and mailing.And other related duties as assigned.Working Location: Fort Lee NJ Salary: $65,000 - $79,000 (Depends on the experience) Holidays: Sat Sun National Holidays Qualifications