G&A - Accounting Clerk

📝 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Assist in performing all functions required for the efficient operation of the accounting departments, with particular attention given to maintaining a high level of quality and to completing assignments on a timely basis.

🎓 EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or G.E.D. and a minimum of 2 years of work-related experience in accounting.

🛠️ SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to maintain appropriate relationships with people with disabilities and at-risk adolescents utilizing normalization principles

• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of CAU staff, members’ families, and within the community

• Ability to express oneself, both in writing and verbally, in a comprehensive manner, using the English language

• Good planning and organization skills

• Proficiency in computer software programs including Microsoft Office products and Peachtree

• Ability to be resourceful and work independently

• Proficiency in mathematical functions

• Ability to problem-solve

• Access to an automobile vehicle, valid driver’s license and safe driving record required

📋 JOB TASKS

• Organizes and verifies the accuracy of time sheets for program participants including budget analyses

• Maintains the payroll process including check production and distribution, and all necessary payroll recording and reporting on a timely and accurate basis

• Maintains the accounts payable process including check production and distribution, and necessary recording and reporting on a timely and accurate basis

• Records monthly income receipts and/or other information received as applicable

• Assists with special projects and bank reconciliations

• Prepares and maintains program/participant files as necessary

• Makes cash deposits as required

• Cooperates with any Agency, DDD or DYFS investigation or inspection

• Filing PR/AP biweekly, Quarterly & Annually

• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

We’re proud to offer a comprehensive and supportive benefits package, including:

• Medical Insurance – Begins the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• Dental Insurance – Begins the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 401(K) Plan with matching contribution (if eligible)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance – Supporting career advancement and professional development
• Employee of the Month Recognition
• Longevity/Anniversary Recognition
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Project Assistance Loans/Grants – Interest-free loans (if eligible)
• Wellness Benefit – Reimbursement for eligible wellness-related expenses
• Bereavement Days
• Paid Holidays
• Kean University Tuition Discount (if eligible)

Our organization is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.