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How much does an Accounting Assistant I make in New Jersey? The average Accounting Assistant I salary in New Jersey is $48,800 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $43,700 and $54,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Accounting Assistant I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Accounting Assistant I Salary $39,057 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Accounting Assistant I Salary $43,700 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Accounting Assistant I Salary $48,800 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Accounting Assistant I Salary $54,800 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Accounting Assistant I Salary $60,263 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $43,700 10% $39,057 90% $60,263 75% $54,800 $48,800 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Accounting Assistant I reviews, codes, and verifies transactions including billings, invoices, checks, and journal entries. Performs routine accounting activities such as data entry, maintenance of the general ledger, preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports. Being an Accounting Assistant I reconciles accounts and bank statements. Assists in completing moderately complex calculations using spreadsheets and other software tools. In addition, Accounting Assistant I has a basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being an Accounting Assistant I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Accounting Assistant I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Accounting Assistant II

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $50,261 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $51,151 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $51,195 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $50,217 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $51,951 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $50,261 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $49,505 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $49,905 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $51,195 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $50,261 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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