Junior Accountant

Description

The Junior Accountant is responsible for managing the financial activities of a nonprofit organization, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with applicable regulations and funding requirements. This role includes maintaining financial records, preparing budgets and financial reports, monitoring grants and supporting audits. The accountant ensures that all financial practices align with nonprofit accounting standards and helps leadership make informed financial decisions that support the organization’s mission.

Position Title: Junior Accountant
Position Type: Full-Time with Benefits, 35 Hours per week
Benefits Eligible: Yes, eligible for full benefits package
Location: Bayville, NJ
Department: Administration

Responsibilities:

• General Accounting & Accounts Payable
• Prepare journal entries and account analyses
• Process and maintain accounts payable, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation
• Complete monthly bank and payroll reconciliations
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and billing documentation
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Compile and analyze financial data to support program and leadership decision-making
• Account Reconciliation
• Reconcile multiple representative payee and general ledger accounts
• Research and resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy
• Budget & Operational Support
• Assist with budget preparation, tracking, and reporting
• Support ongoing financial monitoring and administrative needs of the department
• Collaboration & Process Improvement
• Communicate with program staff to support financial operations
• Contribute to process improvements and special projects as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related field
• 1-3 Years of accounting experience. Non-Profit or Healthcare experience a plus
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting/ERP systems (e.g. MS Great plains or similar)
• Strong written and verbal skills.

Benefits

• Full Benefits

• 12 Paid Holidays
• Sick Days
• 6 Personal Days
• 18 Days Accrued Vacation
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• 403B Plan with Company Match
• Opportunities for training/education/Continuing Education Credits
• Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness
• Opportunities for Tuition Discounts from Participating Institutions