NJBIA Employment Opportunities

Accounting Manager

What we do:

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) is the voice for thousands of businesses in NJ and our mission is to build a more prosperous state. NJBIA is the nation’s largest private statewide employer association. We make a difference in everything we do to provide our members with a voice for their business in NJ. We provide vital information, services, and advocacy to our members. Our vision is to strengthen the NJ business landscape as the home of economic vitality, business prosperity and increase workforce excellence so that our members can not only sustain but thrive. Join us in our mission and be a part of something big!

What we offer:

A work environment that embraces innovation and change, flexible work arrangements, and a hybrid schedule in this role. We offer a competitive salary and robust benefits package including generous paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and 9 paid holidays, 401K plan with employer match up to 6%, medical, dental, and much more.

To apply submit your resume and cover letter: resumes@njbia.org

Annual Salary: $70,000.00

Responsibilities:

The Accounting Manager will manage the monthly accounting cycle to produce accurate and complete financial reports, maintaining general ledger accounts according to GAAP. A high level of integrity and attention to detail is required. This role utilizes independent judgment and excellent accounting, analytical and database skills to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload. Supports the organization with the ability to analyze systems and maintain best practices with regard to recording transactions, maintaining membership dues data and general ledger/financial reporting with efficiency and accuracy. Manage all accounts receivable activity. Monthly billing of membership renewals and other subscription-based products via various online software platforms. Creating and reporting on various aspects of membership data for management. Review for accuracy and approvals all invoices and process into accounting system for payment. Prepare account reconciliations and variance analysis for monthly close. Review trail balance for accuracy and completeness and generate monthly financial statements for review by Director of Finance and CFO.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• At least 5 years related general accounting experience, holding positions of increasing responsibility.
• A background check is required for this position.
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of accounting principles, regulations and systems.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft products such as Outlook and Teams
• Intermediate to advanced Excel.
• Ability to excel in a team-based fast paced environment and be flexible with changing work priorities.
• Excellent accounting, analytical, technical and database skills.
• Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to work with individuals both within and outside of the organization at all levels in a hybrid/remote working environment.
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proactive approach to workflow and problem solving.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs for accounting file maintenance as needed.

To apply for this position, please complete the following online application.

NJBIA believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. NJBIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, our goal is for our people to reflect the state in which we live and the members we serve, and to ensure representation of people of color, veterans, gender, sexual orientation, and individuals with disabilities in our organization.