Staff Accountant
robert halfNew Brunswick (NJ)
Staff Accountant
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robert halfNew Brunswick (NJ)
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Junior
About the role
Job Description:
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing organization in Middlesex, New Jersey. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing recurring financial reports, and helping ensure timely completion of close activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with QuickBooks, accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, payroll, taxes, financial statement preparation, inventory accounting, job costing, bank reconciliations, general ledger management, audit support, and other core accounting functions.
Responsibilities:
Handle daily accounting functions across payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, and cash reconciliation to keep financial records accurate and current.
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages with careful attention to completeness and accuracy.
Coordinate period-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and account balances are properly reviewed and recorded.
Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.
Partner with external auditors by organizing documentation, answering questions, and supporting audit requests.
Assist with corporate tax and sales tax activities, including supporting return preparation and related reconciliations.
Use QuickBooks to manage accounting records, track transactions, and support routine financial operations.3+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
Practical experience with accounts payable, journal entries, general ledger activity, and month-end close.
Working knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and corporate tax return support.
Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence using accounting systems for day-to-day processing.
Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and account reconciliation practices.
Ability to work on site five days per week in Middlesex, New Jersey.
High level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through in a deadline-driven environment.
Benefits: -Medical/Dental
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