Accountant-Junior

*** HighGround is not seeking support from staffing or recruiting agencies at this time. Any unsolicited outreach or candidate submissions will not be reviewed ***Must be located in New Jersey!Our company is looking for a hard-working dedicated person to join one of our amazing teams. Come work for a rapidly growing company. Northeast Power Dry was founded in 1996, with a mission to serve our community through our company values and providing safe and results-oriented solutions. We are guided by our core values: trustworthiness, leadership, passion, acceptance, and dedication. This enables us to create remarkable employee and customer experiences. We strive to provide a great work environment with a positive culture What We Offer (Our Benefits)Health & WellnessComprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance (some plans fully company-paid) Wellness perks including counseling, financial planning, and legal assistance programs Financial Growth401(k) with company match up to 4% Competitive base pay + performance bonuses / uncapped commission (if sales) Weekly pay (for hourly/salary/ field roles) Travel reimbursement for work-related trips Referral program with bonuses Time Off & FlexibilityPaid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays + 1 floating holidaySick time that carries over year to yearPaid holidays Career & PerksPaid training and certification support Opportunities for advancement and career growth Company vehicle, gas card & iPad (for field roles) Uniforms provided About the RoleWe are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant Assistant. This role involves invoice processing, accounts payable & receivable, bank reconciliations, financial record-keeping, and payroll support. The person in this role will ensure accurate commission calculations and process payroll while maintaining vendor and financial records. Key ResponsibilitiesEnter and verify invoices, payments, and purchase orders in the accounting system. Process accounts payable & receivable, ensuring timely payments and accurate records. Calculate, track, and verify commission-based payroll payments before processing. Perform bank and credit card reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records. Assist in generating financial reports and maintaining compliance with company policies. Work independently, prioritize tasks, and ensure accuracy in financial transactions. Ideal CandidateExperience with commission-based payroll processing is a must. Strong background in bookkeeping, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Familiarity with Sage or similar accounting software. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently. Ability to handle high transaction volume and meet deadlines. Excellent organization and communication skills. SKILLS AND ABILITIES/QUALIFICATIONS OF THE JOB: Education: High school Diploma. Associate degree w/ accounting coursework preferred Experience: 3-5 years minimum of bookkeeping experience required Computer Skills: Experience with accounting software (e.g. Sage Intacct) Strong computer skills, MS Excel in particular (managing spreadsheets, creating charts, and using advanced formulas.) Other Requirements: Solid knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, laws, and regulations Excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to prioritize work Strong organizational and time management skills DISCLAIMER: The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.