About Us:
We are a private, state-approved school for students with disabilities located in Morris County, NJ. As part of our team, you'll work in a supportive, mission-driven environment where you'll gain hands-on experience in accounting and bookkeeping.
Role Overview:
This entry-level Bookkeeper/Entry Level Accountant Role offers valuable, foundational experience in a finance department. Starting as a temporary position, it has the potential to become permanent based on performance and department needs. If you are detail-oriented, reliable, and looking to build a career in accounting, this role could be a great fit!
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain compliance with Federal, State, and New Jersey Department of Education regulations
- Process accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) as needed
- Assist with supporting payroll reporting as needed using ADP WorkforceNow
- Record journal entries and assist with invoice processing
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation
- Help support performing general ledger and account reconciliations
What We're Looking For:
- Experience: 1-2 years in bookkeeping or accounting, with familiarity in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and other Office tools
- Education: Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience (Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, of Business Administration preferred)
- Skills: Excellent organizational skills, a knack for numbers, and a willingness to learn and grow
- Bonus Experience: Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and NJDOE private school accounting practices
Why Join Us?
This role is ideal for someone eager to expand their accounting skills in a learning-focused setting. You'll have the chance to grow in an environment that values collaboration, professionalism, and attention to detail.
This is an entry-level role with an hourly rate that reflects industry standards. Compensation will be aligned with experience.
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Celebrate the Children is and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- 1–2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
- Familiarity with QuickBooks
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
- Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
- Excellent organizational skills and numerical ability
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
- Knowledge of ADP WorkforceNow
- Knowledge of New Jersey Department of Education private school accounting practices
What We Do
Celebrate the Children is a nonprofit New Jersey private special-education school serving students ages 3–21 with autism and other challenges in relating and communicating. It uses a developmental, interdisciplinary approach to provide academic instruction and individualized interventions addressing sensory, motor, social, communication, and life-skills needs. Programs include transition and community-based instruction, adult education, and family support, aiming to foster students’ physical, mental, social, and emotional development.
