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Accountant - Entry Level
We are looking for an entry-level accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Parsippany, New Jersey. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax compliance, financial reconciliation, and general accounting practices. You will work closely with the tax and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of financial data.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with preparing and filing tax documents to ensure compliance with regulations.<br>• Support the team in processing tax adjustments and managing outgoing mailings.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently.<br>• Conduct account reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.<br>• Record and maintain accounting entries in accordance with established standards.<br>• Collaborate with the accounting team to meet reporting deadlines and objectives.<br>• Utilize Excel for data analysis and reporting tasks.<br>• Work with Concur to process and manage expenses as required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.<br>• Familiarity with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.<br>• Proficiency in performing bank and account reconciliations.<br>• Basic understanding of tax compliance and income tax regulations.<br>• Strong knowledge of Excel for data analysis and financial tracking.<br>• Experience with accounting software such as Concur is preferred.<br>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.<br>• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the team.
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  • Parsipanny, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.79 - 22.91 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an entry-level accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Parsippany, New Jersey. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tax compliance, financial reconciliation, and general accounting practices. You will work closely with the tax and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of financial data.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with preparing and filing tax documents to ensure compliance with regulations.<br>• Support the team in processing tax adjustments and managing outgoing mailings.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently.<br>• Conduct account reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.<br>• Record and maintain accounting entries in accordance with established standards.<br>• Collaborate with the accounting team to meet reporting deadlines and objectives.<br>• Utilize Excel for data analysis and reporting tasks.<br>• Work with Concur to process and manage expenses as required.
  • 2025-12-10T20:53:36Z

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