Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing organization in the Newark area, for an entry-level Assistant Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to build a strong foundation in day-to-day financial operations while working alongside experienced bookkeeping and accounting professionals.
The day-to-day of this role centers on accuracy, organization, and consistency, from entering invoices and reconciling accounts to helping prepare reports for the finance team. People who thrive in this position enjoy detail-oriented work, are comfortable learning new systems and processes, and take pride in keeping financial records clean and up to date. It is an ideal starting point for someone looking to grow into a full bookkeeping or accounting career.
The midpoint of this role’s $58,000–$82,000 range is $70,000 per year. Here is how that compares with live openings on Careerscape right now:
Figures are computed automatically from salary ranges on live Careerscape listings and update as jobs are added or filled. They are informational, not an offer guarantee.
This position pays $58,000 to $82,000 per year. The midpoint of $70,000 is slightly below the $80,500 median for Accounting & Finance roles currently listed on our board.
This is a hybrid position based in Newark, New Jersey 07102.
This is listed as a Entry level role. See the Requirements section above for the specific qualifications the client is looking for.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Paid time off and paid holidays, Hybrid work schedule for work-life balance, On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced bookkeepers, Opportunities for career growth within the finance team.
Posted on July 30, 2026 with 62 applications so far. Applying early is recommended, as our recruiters begin reviewing candidates as soon as applications come in.
Qualified applicants can typically expect a response within 5–7 business days of applying, though depending on the role and the client’s hiring timeline it can occasionally take up to 30 days. Because of the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t always able to send a personalized update to every applicant — but you can check the status of your application anytime in your candidate portal.
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