About this role

Job Title: Bookkeeping II

Location: Morris Plains, NJ 07950 (Onsite)

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 6 Months

Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Business Casual Dress Code

Job Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Bookkeeping II professional to join their team in Morris Plains, NJ. This supervisory role involves organizing and overseeing bookkeeping activities, maintaining financial records, and coordinating with other organizational units to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Organize and assign bookkeeping and supervisory work; develop effective work methods
Instruct and supervise individuals and groups engaged in bookkeeping activities
Plan, organize, and evaluate employee performance; recommend hiring, promotion, discipline, or termination
Review and verify financial and related records for accuracy and completeness
Supervise the maintenance of double-entry accounting records
Compile and tabulate financial data for budgets, financial statements, and special reports
Maintain budgetary accounts and essential records and files
Coordinate unit work with other organizational units within the department
Utilize electronic and/or manual recording and information systems as required

Required Skills

Bookkeeping and double-entry accounting
Financial recordkeeping and budget maintenance
Supervisory and team management experience
Data compilation and financial report preparation
Proficiency with office equipment and electronic information systems

Preferred Skills

Experience in a government or public-sector environment
Familiarity with agency-specific recording systems

Location & Work Model

Onsite — 59 Koch Ave, Morris Plains, NJ 07950. Business casual attire required.

Bookkeeping II