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Accountant Jobs in NJ

Search accountant and auditor jobs in New Jersey government. Find fiscal positions including Accountant, Auditor, and Budget Analyst with competitive salar

Category: Finance & Administration

Accountants and fiscal professionals manage government finances, conduct audits, prepare budgets, and ensure compliance with fiscal regulations.

Typical Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • CPA license beneficial for senior positions
  • Knowledge of governmental accounting standards
  • Experience with financial software systems

Career Progression

  • Accountant 1
  • → Accountant 2
  • → Accountant 3
  • → Senior Accountant
  • → Supervising Accountant

Available Accountant positions in New Jersey

New Jersey civil service has 98 accountant titles, paying from $53,282 at entry level to $190,429 at the top step. The 40 highest-paying are below; see all in search.

TitleSalary range
MANAGER 3 FISCAL RESOURCES$132,938 – $190,429
MANAGER 2 FISCAL RESOURCES$121,055 – $179,046
MANAGER 1 FISCAL RESOURCES$110,276 – $162,870
STATE BUDGET SPECIALIST 4$105,267 – $155,359
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST 4 FISCAL MANAGEMENT$100,498 – $148,187
SUPERVISING AUDITOR TAXATION$100,498 – $148,187
SECTION SUPERVISOR , FISCAL RESOURCES$100,498 – $148,187
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST 4 FISCAL MANAGEMENT$95,955 – $141,386
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST 4 MANAGEMENT AUDITOR$95,955 – $141,386
SUPERVISING MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUDITOR$95,955 – $141,386
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR BUDGET AND FISCAL PLANNING HIGHER EDUCATION$95,955 – $141,386
STATE BUDGET SPECIALIST 3$91,628 – $134,900
ACCOUNTANT/AUDITOR 1 DATA PROCESSING$91,628 – $134,900
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST 2 (FISCAL MANAGE:MENT)$87,507 – $128,719
SUPERVISING ACCOUNTANT$87,507 – $128,719
SUPERVISING ACCOUNTANT$87,507 – $128,719
AUDITOR 3 TAXATION$87,507 – $128,719
AUDITOR 3 TAXATION$87,507 – $128,719
AUDITOR 1$87,507 – $128,719
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST 3 FISCAL MANAGEMENT$83,582 – $122,832
ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST 3 MANAGEMENT AUDITOR$83,582 – $122,832
BUDGET ANALYST 1$83,582 – $122,832
ACCOUNTANT 1$83,582 – $122,832
AUDITOR 3$83,582 – $122,832
MANAGER 3 FISCAL RESOURCES$87,368 – $122,298
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, FISCAL AND MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS$87,368 – $122,298
AUDITOR 2 TAXATION$79,844 – $117,228
STATE BUDGET SPECIALIST 2$79,844 – $117,228
AUDITOR 3$79,844 – $117,228
MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUDITOR 1$79,844 – $117,228
ADMINISTRATOR FISCAL AND MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES$83,210 – $116,477
ACCOUNTANT 1$76,287 – $111,856
PRINCIPAL FISCAL ANALYST$76,287 – $111,856
AUDITOR 2 TAXATION$76,287 – $111,856
AUDITOR 2$76,287 – $111,856
MANAGER 2 FISCAL RESOURCES$79,246 – $110,957
SUPERVISOR , OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET$79,246 – $110,957
AUDITOR 2$72,896 – $106,798
BUDGET ANALYST 2$69,668 – $101,951
FORENSIC ACCOUNTANT$69,668 – $101,951

Which employers actually hire accountant titles

State payroll records show 5,638 people in these titles across 34 state agencies, concentrated at Department of Treasury. This is where the work exists today, not a list of current openings.

Local employers file their payroll separately and are not counted here, so county, municipal and school-district jobs in these titles are additional to the figures above.

About NJ Civil Service Employment

Civil service employment in New Jersey comes with negotiated salary schedules, health coverage, PERS or PFRS pension enrollment, and the due-process protections that come with merit-based hiring. Most titles are filled from a ranked eligibility list after a competitive exam, and each job family has its own promotional ladder.

You will find openings for these titles at state departments as well as county, municipal, and school-district employers. The classification rules and job specifications are shared statewide, regardless of which level of government is hiring.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become an Accountant in New Jersey?

To work as an accountant in NJ civil service, you typically need to: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA license beneficial for senior positions; Knowledge of governmental accounting standards. Most positions require passing a civil service examination and placement on an eligibility list.

What is the salary range for Accountant positions?

Accountant salaries in NJ civil service range from $53,282 at entry level to $190,429 for senior positions. Actual salary depends on the specific title, experience, and step level.

Are Accountant positions available at state and local level?

Availability varies by position. Use the job listings below to see jurisdiction-specific opportunities.

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