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GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

BERGEN COUNTY, NJ

Posted: 12/05/2025 Industry: ACCOUNTING Job Number: 14736 Pay Rate: $50K - $60K ANNUALLY

Job Description

Rapidly growing Insurance Agency leading, national, direct seller and writer of surety bonds, fidelity bonds and insurance products for a wide range of professionals and industries is in search of a General Accountant with extensive Accounts Payable (AP) experience to join their finance team. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely payments, reconciling accounts, and assisting with general accounting tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and has a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30am, with an hour for lunch. Benefits offered include 401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Health Savings Account, Employee Discount, Life Insurance, PTO, Vision Insurance Starts first day of employment. Company pays 75% of premium.

Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable
- Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, obtain approvals, and code expenses to the correct accounts.
- Prepare and execute weekly/bi-weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wires).
- Maintain vendor files, manage W-9s, and assist with 1099 reporting.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies and approval processes.

General Accounting
- Assist in preparing journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, including bank reconciliations.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
- Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments to support financial operations.
- Assist in the preparation of certain schedules & exhibits related to the Company s NAIC filings.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Understanding of GAAP and internal controls related to disbursements
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working with vendors in the insurance, legal, or financial services industry
- Familiarity with 1099 processing and IRS compliance for vendor payments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word and Excel) and in accounting software (e.G., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP)

Meet Your Recruiter

Nicholas Russo
Full Desk Recruitment Executive

Nick has been working in the staffing/recruiting industry since 2015 and started with RJ-Staffing in 2021. Born, raised, and still residing in Westchester, Nick has an extensive personal and professional network in the NYC-Metro area, which has been an asset to the firm. When he’s not expertly consulting businesses in the NYC-Metro area on best hiring practices, diligently working to land his candidates more rewarding career opportunities, or helping achieve consensus on the daily RJ-Staffing lunch order, you can find him on the golf course, on the dance floor, or spending quality time with his family.

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