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66 results for Bookkeeper in New Jersey

Tax Accountant
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The benefits include healthcare, dental, and vision, flexible hours and closed on Fridays except for tax season.</p><p><br></p><p>A specialized tax preparation firm in the Woodbridge area seeks a Tax Accountant to handle the review of individual (1040) tax returns. This opportunity is unique because the Tax Accountant can work flexible hours four days per week with Fridays off for nine months out of the year. The firm is closed on Fridays except for tax season. If you have a strong individual (1040) background, you qualify. Some corporate tax is ideal but not required. To apply email a resume in a Word format to Robert Half. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970. Salary is open depending on experience.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
Tax Accountant
  • Wall, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>401(k) </li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely tax filings in compliance with regulations</li><li>Perform tax research and stay current on changing tax laws</li><li>Assist with tax planning strategies and identify opportunities for savings</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions</li><li>Reconcile tax accounts and support financial reporting processes</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Tax Accountant
  • Asbury Park, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>benefits:</p><ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Supportive work environment</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.</li><li>Review financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Assist clients with tax compliance and filing requirements.</li><li>Conduct tax research and communicate findings to management and clients.</li><li>Identify tax-saving opportunities and assist with tax planning initiatives.</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Director of Accounting
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Hybrid/Flexible opportunity available! A growing business advisory platform is seeking a Director of Accounting to build and lead its accounting and tax practice.This is a client-facing opportunity for an active CPA with 5-10 years of public accounting experience serving small to mid-sized businesses.The Director of Accounting will oversee outsourced accounting, tax planning, multi-state compliance, financial review, business advisory, and related client engagements.The role will also help establish internal processes, select accounting and tax technology, support business development, and build a team as the practice grows.The ideal Director of Accounting will bring strong corporate and sales tax experience, an approachable communication style, and an entrepreneurial mindset.Exposure to high-net-worth clients, M&amp;A due diligence, estate planning, or foreign-owned U.S. entities is highly valued.Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, MS Dynamics, or similar small to midsize company software is strongly preferred.</p>
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Overseas based industrial products provider, setting up offices in Northern NJ, seeks a Senior Accountant to join their accounting team.</p><p>Day to day responsibilities include: </p><ul><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Manage general ledger activities and ensure accurate account reconciliations.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.</li><li>Analyze financial data and identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, or applicable accounting standards.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audits and provide required documentation.</li><li>Candidates with 4+ years of experience with above tasks, a degree in Accounting or Finance, strong attention to detail and strong ERP systems skills, are wanted for this role. </li></ul>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Princeton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations in Princeton, New Jersey. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing close activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are fully supported. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge and a detail-oriented approach to reconciliations, journal preparation, and oversight of grant and endowment-related transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid holidays, 35 hour work weeks with 1 hour lunch.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and helping ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger by recording financial activity correctly and verifying that entries align with accounting standards and internal policies.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support, ensuring transactions are classified accurately across reporting periods.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for balance sheet and bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly.</p><p>• Oversee accounting work related to grants and endowments, including tracking activity and confirming proper treatment of restricted funds.</p><p>• Analyze account fluctuations and provide clear explanations for variances identified during the close and reconciliation process.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather supporting documentation, clarify transactions, and improve the accuracy of financial data.</p><p>• Assist with accounting process updates or system-related changes as needed, while maintaining continuity and control over financial records.</p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Somerville, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>benefits:</p><ul><li>401k</li><li>paid time off</li><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger.</li><li>Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Analyze financial data and provide explanations for variances.</li><li>Review and reconcile bank accounts, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, and accruals.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Edison, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>benefits:</p><ul><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li><li>paid time off</li></ul><p><br></p><p>A national industrial manufacturing company in Edison is searching for a Senior Accountant with three plus years of experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment. A strong financial reporting background is required. The Senior Accountant should also be knowledgeable in various aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory and fixed asset accounting issues.. Any experience in the implementation of an ERP system would also be ideal but not required. The company offers an excellent track record of career progression and compensation. To apply email a resume in a Word format to Robert Half.. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970 to discuss this excellent opportunity.</p>
  • 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Princeton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401 and comprehensive PTO package.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes through account analysis, reconciliations, and preparation of financial schedules.</li><li>Monitor expenditures and revenue activity to ensure transactions are accurately recorded and aligned with organizational policies.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to review budget performance and provide financial support for funded programs and initiatives.</li><li>Prepare financial reports, reimbursement requests, and other documentation required by external funding sources.</li><li>Assist with the management of payables, receivables, and other day-to-day accounting activities.</li><li>Ensure financial transactions are supported by appropriate documentation and coded correctly within the general ledger.</li><li>Participate in audit preparation by compiling schedules, reports, and supporting records for review.</li><li>Help develop and maintain program budgets while tracking performance against approved funding allocations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Inventory Clerk
  • Morristown, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 19.95 - 23.1 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Inventory Clerk to join our team in Morristown, New Jersey on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position focuses on maintaining accurate sample inventory records, supporting day-to-day stock control activities, and helping ensure materials are properly tracked and available when needed. The ideal candidate brings at least 1 year of relevant experience and is comfortable working in a detail-driven environment where organization and accuracy are essential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate records of sample inventory and ensure quantities are updated consistently in tracking systems.<br>• Monitor inventory levels and perform routine checks to confirm stock information is current and reliable.<br>• Coordinate sample deliveries to support timely distribution and internal inventory needs.<br>• Assist with asset inventory activities by verifying item counts and resolving discrepancies.<br>• Participate in annual physical inventory counts and help document results for reporting purposes.<br>• Review inventory data regularly to identify errors, missing items, or stock variances and take appropriate follow-up action.
  • 2026-11-11T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-focused individual to support transportation and carrier coordination activities for a manufacturing organization in New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage drayage-related processes, maintain strong carrier relationships, and keep inbound logistics information accurate and up to date. The role works closely with internal partners and external service providers to improve execution, control costs, and address day-to-day shipment issues efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the assignment of inbound container drayage moves to approved carriers while following established service and routing standards.<br>• Keep operating procedures current and share updates with logistics partners, brokers, carriers, and internal teams involved in inbound activity.<br>• Gather shipment status details from transportation providers and combine the information into recurring inbound reporting.<br>• Source pricing for new transportation lanes and compare market options to support competitive drayage costs throughout the year.<br>• Shift loads to alternate providers when primary carriers decline freight or fail to meet expected service levels.<br>• Review carrier execution each day, resolve service concerns quickly, and make timely decisions that help reduce extra transportation charges.<br>• Partner with operations, sales, finance, and compliance teams to secure required documents, pricing support, and carrier information.<br>• Expand and strengthen the carrier network by evaluating new providers, supporting onboarding efforts, and contributing to contract and bid activities.<br>• Lead regular carrier performance discussions, enforce service expectations, and communicate weekly port-related updates to internal stakeholders.<br>• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other special projects designed to streamline logistics and procurement processes.
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Tax Preparer
  • Oradell, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Tax Preparer to support the accurate and timely completion of individual tax filings for clients in Oradell, New Jersey. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can manage tax documentation, interpret filing requirements, and deliver dependable service throughout the tax cycle. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience preparing personal returns and is comfortable using Lacerte Tax Software to maintain accuracy and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review individual income tax returns with close attention to accuracy, completeness, and applicable regulations.<br>• Gather, organize, and assess client financial records to ensure all relevant tax information is properly documented.<br>• Identify deductions, credits, and filing considerations that apply to each client’s tax situation.<br>• Use Lacerte Tax Software to enter tax data, generate returns, and support an efficient preparation process.<br>• Communicate with clients to clarify missing details, resolve discrepancies, and obtain supporting documentation when needed.<br>• Monitor filing deadlines and coordinate workload to help ensure returns are completed and submitted on time.<br>• Maintain organized tax files and supporting records in accordance with internal documentation standards.<br>• Stay informed on changes in individual tax rules and apply current requirements during return preparation.
  • 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
Tax Preparer
  • Manalapan, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>benefits:</p><ul><li>medical</li><li>dental </li><li>vision</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and nonprofit tax returns.</li><li>Gather, review, and analyze client financial records and tax documents.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with current tax laws and regulations.</li><li>Identify tax savings opportunities and deductions for clients.</li><li>Respond to client inquiries regarding tax matters.</li><li>Assist with tax planning and year-round advisory services.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant/AP Specialist
  • Princeton, NJ
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>benefits: 401k, paid time off, medical, dental, vision</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process high-volume invoices accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Review invoices, expense reports, and supporting documentation for completeness and approval.</li><li>Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9s and payment information.</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and account activity.</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, accruals, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Support accounts receivable and general bookkeeping functions as needed.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.</li><li>Maintain organized financial records and documentation.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
Accounting Analyst
  • Hazlet, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 20 - 23 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a local client for an entry level accounting role. This position will focus on accounting operations (AP and/or AR) in the immediate, with the goal being to grow in responsibilities as time moves on. Great opportunity to join a long standing partner.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and distribute recurring and one-time customer invoices with a high level of accuracy and within established timelines.</p><p>• Record incoming customer payments in the general ledger, including transactions received by check and other remittance methods, and investigate any discrepancies in payment amounts.</p><p>• Review accounts receivable aging reports on a regular basis, identify outstanding balances, and align account activity with period-end general ledger close processes.</p><p>• Respond to questions related to invoicing and payment activity by researching issues thoroughly and driving them through to resolution.</p><p>• Complete reconciliations tied to special event billing, one-off customer charges, and other assigned general ledger accounts.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
Accounting Analyst
  • Trenton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an experienced Accountant / Financial Analyst with a strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, and analysis. This individual will play an important role in supporting the organization&#39;s budgeting and financial planning activities, analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with financial systems, spreadsheets, and cross-functional teams to support business and financial objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the development, preparation, and maintenance of annual budgets and financial forecasts.</li><li>Monitor budget performance, track expenditures, and analyze variances between actual results and budgeted projections.</li><li>Prepare financial reports, budget analyses, and supporting schedules for management review.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improved cost management.</li><li>Reconcile financial information and investigate discrepancies to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.</li><li>Work with various departments to collect, validate, and consolidate budgetary information.</li><li>Assist with financial planning, projections, and resource allocation.</li><li>Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.</li><li>Utilize financial systems and advanced Excel capabilities to analyze and report financial information.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve budgeting processes, reporting accuracy, and overall financial controls.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
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