Junior Accountant
2 - 5 years
Cherry Hill, NJ
$50k - $60k/year
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Junior Accountant – Accounts Payable
Temp-to-Hire | 100% Onsite
Location: Cherry Hill, NJ
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Position Overview
A well-established organization is seeking a Junior Accountant to support the Finance Department with accounts payable, financial processing, reconciliations, and general accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career looking to grow within a collaborative finance team.
This role will support day-to-day accounting activities while ensuring accurate financial records, vendor processing, and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate
Temp-to-Hire | 100% Onsite
Location: Cherry Hill, NJ
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Position Overview
A well-established organization is seeking a Junior Accountant to support the Finance Department with accounts payable, financial processing, reconciliations, and general accounting operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting career looking to grow within a collaborative finance team.
This role will support day-to-day accounting activities while ensuring accurate financial records, vendor processing, and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Process and code vendor invoices accurately and timely within the financial system
- Review invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Maintain accounts payable records and electronic financial documentation
- Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
- Support month-end close activities including accrual tracking and AP reconciliations
- Assist with general ledger coding and financial data maintenance
- Monitor purchase order balances and maintain related documentation
- Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors regarding payment inquiries and financial transactions
- Assist with financial reporting requests, spending analysis, and process improvement initiatives
- Maintain organized records to support audit readiness and financial reporting accuracy
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and organizational financial policies
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in accounting, accounts payable, or financial operations preferred
- Experience with financial systems and general ledger coding is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
Ideal Candidate
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Strong follow-up and reconciliation skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced finance environment
- Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving
- Interested in long-term growth within accounting and finance