Staff Accountant

Introduction:

This Staff Accountant position in New Jersey requires a candidate with a Bachelor''s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and excellent Excel skills. This role involves supporting month-end and year-end processes, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and GAAP standards.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparation and posting of journal entries to the general ledger
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform account reconciliations including prepaid expenses, receivables, accruals, and intercompany accounts
• Maintain and update accounting records and supporting documentation
• Assist with preparation and organization of documentation for external audits
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and GAAP standards
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure accuracy of financial data
• Support financial reporting and ad hoc reporting as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor''s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 1 to 3 years of accounting or finance experience
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• High attention to detail with strong organization and time management skills

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor or similar accounting software
• Familiarity with advanced Excel functions including VLOOKUP and PivotTables
• Exposure to financial analysis or reporting

Other Key Requirements:

• 100% onsite
• No sponsorships or visa holders. No Corp-to-Corp.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement

Skills:

Staff accountant, accounting, financial reporting, Financial Analysis, GAAP, month-end close, general ledger, Epicor, journal entries, MS Excel, account reconciliation, Corporate Accounting