Accountant - Entry Level

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a corporate collections team in Saddle River, New Jersey. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who is eager to build hands-on accounting experience in a structured, on-site environment while supporting day-to-day financial operations. The role will focus on reconciliations, receivables activity, and accurate financial recordkeeping, and it offers the chance to grow within a well-established organization.

Responsibilities:

• Support corporate collections activities by following up on outstanding balances and helping maintain timely payment records.

• Prepare and review account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and assist with resolution efforts.

• Process and track accounts receivable transactions while ensuring financial data is entered accurately.

• Assist with accounts payable tasks, including reviewing entries and helping maintain organized payment documentation.

• Complete bank reconciliations and compare account activity against internal records to ensure accuracy.

• Record routine accounting entries and help maintain complete, up-to-date financial information.

• Use Excel to organize reports, analyze basic account details, and support daily accounting workflows.

• Collaborate with internal team members to address billing or payment questions and support overall collections operations.

• Entry-level accounting experience, internship experience, or relevant coursework in accounting or finance.

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including working with spreadsheets, sorting data, and simple formulas.

• Familiarity with core accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.

• Ability to enter financial information accurately and maintain detailed records.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot variances and follow up on open items.

• Effective communication skills and a detail-oriented approach when working with internal teams.