Junior Accountant, Piscataway

A leading University client is seeking a Junior Accountant to oversee student receivable accounts. This is a temporary position for 3-6 months and may extend based on the need. Apply today for immediate consideration! Title: Junior Accountant Pay rate: $30/hr Hours: Hybrid role, Monday through Friday, 8:30 - 4:30 pm, 3 days in the office, 2 days remote. Location: Piscataway NJ Duration: 3-6 months, may extend depending upon the need. Duties include but not limited to: 1. Provide professional-level support in reviewing, validating, and processing cash receipt of transactions and journal entries within the Oracle Financial General Ledger system. 2. Review and approve cash receipt of journal entries, ensure reconciliation to deposit slips and bank reports, and return rejected entries with clear explanations for correction. 3. Monitor designated general ledger accounts, process journal entries as needed (including ACH rejected refunds and Division 9 activity), and perform monthly account reconciliations such as Unearned Revenue and various student receivable accounts. 4. Provide backup support for the daily review of the Nelnet refund file, validating accuracy, and canceling refunds as necessary. 5. Support the broader team and organizational objectives by performing other related accounting and operational duties as assigned. Requirements: This role requires a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong attention to detail to ensure all transactions are accurately supported, properly recorded, and reconciled. Previous higher education experience in a plus AR experience is required. Oracle Financial General Ledger experience MS Office savvy, professional, dependable and reliable. Pay Details: $30.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.