Junior Accountant - Urgent Care, New Jersey

Description

Position: Jr. Accountant

Reports to: Accountant

Summary: The Junior Accountant plays a key role in managing high-volume accounts payable and payroll activities for a fast-paced healthcare organization. Responsibilities include invoice processing, account reconciliations, payroll administration, vendor relations, financial reporting, and supporting month-end and year-end accounting processes. This position contributes to the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of the organization's financial operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enter and process a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently & prepare bi-weekly report to display upcoming invoice payments
• Perform AP reconciliations, including vendor statements and internal records
• Review of invoices for accuracy, proper coding, and approval routing
• Communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and handle inquiries
• Maintain vendor files and ensure all documentation is complete and up to date
• Assist with month-end close tasks related to Accounts Payable
• Support ad hoc AP tasks and vendor needs as they arise
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including deductions, taxes, etc
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve any issues or errors
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management as needed
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reporting
• Collaborate with HR department to ensure accurate employee data and proper communication regarding payroll matters
• Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll regulations and best practices
• All other duties as assigned

Compensation:

• Medical through Cigna (multiple tiers depending on coverage and cost desires)

• Vision and Dental through Principal, NJ Delta Dental & VSP

• PTO & NJ Sick Time

• 401k through Voya, company match availability after 1 year of service and 1000 hours worked

• Life Insurance provided by the company 50k

• Accident, Cancer, Hospital, and Disability insurance are available through Aflac

• Additional voluntary benefits like short term disability insurance, cancer insurance, hospital insurance, critical illness insurance, supplemental life, etc. are also offered through Aflac

• Critical Illness, Supplemental Life, and Accident insurance are available through Principal

• Salary Range listed below

Requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• 1-2 years relevant experience required

• Previous payroll processing experience required

• Knowledge of NetSuite preferred

• Knowledge of Paylocity preferred

• Ability to make decisions, problem solve and work independently

• Ability to keep organized records and good documentation skills