Accounting Clerk
Newark Full-time Mid-level Accounting
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark. Newark · full-time · $33,114–$40,000 base.
SalaryStated by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
$33,114 – $40,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of NewarkOur estimate for the market: $95,000–$117,096Median $96,250
Below the market median of $96,250 for mid-level accounting roles in Newark.
Worked out from 8 postings that stated pay, median $96,250. Last updated Oct 20, 2026.
RoleAccounting
SeniorityMid-level
LocationNewark
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$33,114–$40,000
PostedSep 15, 2026 · 5w ago
Role brief
financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Maintain accounting records and documents, then code transactions, post entries, and record incoming payments
- Prepare bank deposits and general ledger entries, and produce accounting statements
- Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies in financial records or supporting documents
- Enter daily financial transactions and look into questions about receipts, deposits, and custodial activity
- Handle filing and other administrative work for the finance department
What you bring
- An associate degree in finance or a related subject
- Finance, business, or accounting experience is preferred, but not required
Who this fits
This role suits someone seeking full-time accounting support work in Newark. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
From the employer
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a Full Time Accounting Clerk for its Finance Department located in Newark, New Jersey.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Performs a range of general clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping support functions
- Provides accounting and clerical support to the finance department. Prepares and maintains accounting documents and records
- Codes, posts, and receives payments. Prepares and coordinates bank deposit activities. Prepares general ledger postings and statements
- Performs all necessary reconciliations in a timely manner. Researches, tracks, and restores accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies
- Enters data for financial transactions on a daily basis
- Researches cash receipts, bank deposits, custodial transactions, and other items when requested
- Performs filing and general administrative tasks
- Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate's degree in finance or related field
- 1-3 years experience in finance, business or accounting is preferred but not required
Visit our website ccannj.com
INTERNAL APPLICANTS
- Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.
AGENCY MISSION
- In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.
BENEFITS
- CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.
- Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.