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Accountant - Entry Level
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Entry Level Accountant to join our team in Paramus, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position with the potential to transition into a permanent role. In this role, you will manage financial responsibilities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in billing, collections, and account maintenance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage billing processes for rent, including sending statements and following up monthly.</p><p>• Collect payments for expenses.</p><p>• Track account activity for individuals and ensure accurate records are maintained.</p><p>• Handle collections and cash applications to ensure timely receivables.</p><p>• Generate and distribute financial statements, ensuring compliance with established guidelines.</p><p>• Utilize Excel and support billing and account management tasks.</p><p>• Maintain communication with guardians and other stakeholders to address financial inquiries.</p><p>• Ensure all accounts receivable operations are conducted with precision and accountability.</p>
<p>• Proficiency in Excel or an accounting software.</p><p>• Strong follow-up skills and attention to detail in managing financial records.</p><p>• Experience with billing, collections, and cash applications.</p><p>• Ability to work independently in a stand-alone role.</p><p>• Solid understanding of commercial collections and cash activity.</p><p>• Excellent organizational and communication skills.</p>
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  • Paramus, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20.90 - 24.20 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Entry Level Accountant to join our team in Paramus, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position with the potential to transition into a permanent role. In this role, you will manage financial responsibilities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in billing, collections, and account maintenance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage billing processes for rent, including sending statements and following up monthly.</p><p>• Collect payments for expenses.</p><p>• Track account activity for individuals and ensure accurate records are maintained.</p><p>• Handle collections and cash applications to ensure timely receivables.</p><p>• Generate and distribute financial statements, ensuring compliance with established guidelines.</p><p>• Utilize Excel and support billing and account management tasks.</p><p>• Maintain communication with guardians and other stakeholders to address financial inquiries.</p><p>• Ensure all accounts receivable operations are conducted with precision and accountability.</p>
  • 2026-02-09T21:23:44Z

Accountant - Entry Level Job in Paramus, NJ | Robert Half