Bookkeeper

CARIAN · United States

Bookkeeper Location: Somerset, NJ Job Type: 6-Month W-2 Contract, Full-Time Schedule: On-site, Monday through Friday About Us CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution oversight. Guided by integrity, trust, excellence, and accountability, our team helps deliver complex capital programs and build the resilient energy infrastructure that communities depend on. Position Overview CARIAN is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our corporate Accounting team in Somerset, NJ. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role will support the day-to-day accounting activities that keep our financial records accurate, timely, and well organized. The Bookkeeper will support general ledger activity, account reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, payroll-related processes, expense reporting, and month-end close. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, comfortable working with accounting systems and Excel, and able to manage recurring deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality. This is a full-time, six-month W-2 contract position based in our Somerset, NJ office. The position may have the opportunity to convert to regular full-time employment based on individual performance and business needs. Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including transaction entry, invoice processing, and maintenance of accurate accounting records
• Prepare bank, credit card, and other account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice and payment processing
• Maintain general ledger records and assist with month-end close activities, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation
• Support payroll and timekeeping processes, including review and entry of timesheets, expense reports, and related information
• Assist with the preparation of routine financial reports and accounting schedules under the direction of the Accounting Manager
• Maintain organized supporting documentation for financial transactions, audits, and compliance requests
• Help ensure accounting activities are completed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Coordinate with employees and internal departments to resolve routine accounting, expense, timekeeping, and documentation questions
• Provide additional accounting support as business needs require

• 4+ years of relevant bookkeeping, accounting, accounts payable/receivable, or similar accounting support experience
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, general ledger activity, and account reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with NetSuite, QuickBooks, or another accounting or ERP system; NetSuite experience is preferred
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and multiple priorities in an organized manner
• Ability to handle payroll, financial, and employee information with appropriate confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred