Accounting Clerk (Entry-Level)

Job Full Description Accounting Clerk (Entry-Level)Location: Paterson, NJ Pay Rate: $20 - $23 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounting Clerk to join our team in Paterson, NJ. This is an entry-level role within the Accounting Department, primarily responsible for processing and entering financial paperwork into the system and ensuring records are complete and accurate. Under direction, the Accounting Clerk performs routine, repetitive clerical tasks involving the computing, classifying, verifying, and recording of numerical data. The role also includes reconciling accounts, records, and financial documents to maintain accurate financial records. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in accounting or finance. Key Responsibilities Review and verify documents such as vouchers, payroll records, requisitions, invoices, bills, and receipts for accuracy and completeness Process Accounts Payable transactions Review expense accounts for budget limitations and refer discrepancies to higher-level staff Deposit checks using Remote Deposit Capture and record related journal entries Create purchase orders and match invoices to purchase orders Receive purchase orders and process them for payment Support procurement activities Prepare and post journal entries in Yardi Voyager as needed Maintain utility and fixed asset subledgers Reconcile various general ledger accounts Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports Accurately input and mark paperwork as complete within the accounting system Qualifications & Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including use of formulas) Proficiency in Microsoft Word Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable working with numbers and financial data Ability to maintain accuracy while performing repetitive tasks Basic understanding of accounting principles is a plus Experience with Yardi Voyager is a plus, but not required Ideal Candidate Highly detail-oriented and organized Number-focused and analytical Reliable and able to follow procedures Eager to learn and grow within an accounting environment Please send resume to Parsippany, NJ 1304 10 Washington Street Hawthorne, NJ 07506

Created: 2026-03-10