JR Accountant

Trenton, New Jersey, USA Temporary/Contract
$ 30 - $ 34 per hour 04-02-2026 13:16:10 Job ID: 0500001FICCCJ_1775135770

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A Beacon Hill client is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their accounting team in the Trenton NJ. This is a contract‑to‑hire opportunity. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on general ledger experience, including bank reconciliations and journal entries, and be eager to learn construction and project‑based accounting.

Position Summary

  • Prepare and reconcile monthly bank statements
  • Post journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, and adjustments
  • Maintain monthly general ledger reconciliations and support the close process
  • Assist with accounts payable check runs and payment approvals (ACH/Positive Pay)
  • Record and apply customer payments; assist with cash and receipt reconciliations
  • Support job cost tracking and expense coding within the ERP system
  • Assist with labor, overhead, and project cost allocations
  • Maintain fixed asset records and support depreciation schedules
  • Prepare recurring financial and operational reports (job status, backlog, cash position)
  • Support internal and external audit preparation, including union and workers’ comp audits
  • Assist with quarterly and annual tax filings (payroll, sales & use, and state reporting)

Technical Qualifications

  • 1+ years of accountant‑level experience (GL, bank recs, journal entries required)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Experience supporting audits or CPA requests
  • Exposure to construction or project‑based accounting preferred (not required)
  • ERP experience preferred; Viewpoint Vista a strong plus
  • Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
  • Organized, deadline‑driven, and eager to learn in a team environment

Work Arrangement

  • Fully onsite role
  • Flexible schedule; 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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