Temp Junior Accountant

Job Title: Temp Junior Accountant Location: Jersey City, New Jersey Type: Contract To Hire Compensation: $30/hr Contractor Work Model: Onsite Company Overview A growing manufacturing organization dedicated to quality, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. The Junior Accountant will support core financial functions and gain exposure to a full range of accounting responsibilities within a collaborative team environment. Job Responsibilities • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including invoice entry, vendor payments, and collections • Support month-end and year-end close activities • Reconcile bank statements, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger entries • Maintain accurate and organized financial records • Assist with audit preparation and documentation • Support payroll processing and related accounting tasks • Prepare basic financial reports for leadership review • Assist with inventory accounting and manufacturing cost tracking • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure transaction accuracy Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • 1-2 years of accounting experience • Manufacturing or medical device industry experience preferred • Familiarity with accounting systems such as QuickBooks or NetSuite • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Clear communication abilities and comfort working in a small team • CPA not required; CPA-track candidates encouraged Training & KPIs Training: Onboarding includes a review of accounting systems, workflows, and month-end processes. Guidance and support provided by finance leadership to build competency across full-cycle accounting tasks. KPIs: Accuracy of reconciliations, timeliness of AP/AR processing, month-end close support efficiency, quality of financial records, and adherence to procedural standards. Benefits • Competitive hourly rate with temp-to-hire opportunity • Medical, dental, and vision benefits (through Joule during temp period) • 401(k) eligibility per program guidelines • Paid holidays and sick time (per client/company policy) • Exposure to full-cycle accounting operations and career growth potential