Staff Accountant (Berkeley Heights)

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Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client, a stable and growing organization, is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations, assist with month-end close, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Why join us?

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Traditional & Roth 401K Plans with Company Match
• Long Term & Short Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Permanent Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team in the Engineering industry. This position is instrumental in ensuring the financial health of our organization, by managing and optimizing our financial transactions and systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with a deep understanding of forecasting, managing invoices, maintaining the general ledger, setting up vendors, implementing internal controls, and preparing financial statements. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to a growing company, where their skills and expertise will have a direct impact on our financial operations and strategy.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage all aspects of day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting processes including but not limited to: A/P, A/R, payroll, journal entries, and bank reconciliation in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
2. Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports.
3. Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.
4. Analyze financial reports and ensure legal requirements compliance, process accounts payable and receivable and manage invoices.
5. Set up new vendors, coordinate payments and maintain organized records of all transactions.
6. Review all inter-company transactions and generate invoices as necessary.
7. Reconcile balance sheet accounts for accuracy.
8. Implement, maintain, and adhere to internal controls while ensuring that the company is in compliance with all laws and regulations.
9. Prepare documentation for external auditors.
10. Assist in budget preparation and expense management activities for assigned accounts.
11. Carry out forecasting activities and provide relevant financial data to the management for decision making.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (MBA preferred).
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is strongly preferred.
3. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role in the Engineering industry.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with exceptional skills in Excel.
5. Strong experience in working with accounting software such as Deltek or Vantagepoint.
6. In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
7. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
8. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a strong work ethic.
9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
10. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
11. Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
12. Strong analytical and forecasting skills, with the ability to interpret and analyze financial data.

Join our team and leverage your skills and experiences in the Engineering industry! This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally and make a significant impact on our company's success. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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