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Staff Accountant

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Robert Half

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Location:
United States, Cranbury

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Category:
Finance

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

Not provided

Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and skilled Staff Accountant to join our team in Cranbury, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position offering an opportunity to work on a variety of accounting functions, including month-end close processes, reconciliations, and tax calculations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in accounting, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy.

Job Responsibility:

  • Execute month-end closing activities and prepare related reports to ensure timely financial statements
  • Process accounts payable invoices, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained and properly documented
  • Verify and update changes to vendor addresses or bank account details as part of maintaining accurate records
  • Prepare and review wire transfer and check payments, ensuring all supporting documentation is in place
  • Reconcile cash accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other reserve accounts on a monthly basis
  • Apply customer payments to maintain balanced cash receipts accounts and promptly resolve discrepancies
  • Create journal entries for recurring transactions, including travel cards, P-Cards, and other assigned entries
  • Calculate and record monthly depreciation and prepare related journal entries
  • Compute periodic sales and use tax for the State of New Jersey and ensure proper journal entries are recorded
  • Follow internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and comply with financial policies and regulations.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in accounting roles, with relevant formal education being a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all tasks
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills such as pivot tables, charts, and graphs
  • Familiarity with U.S. financial reporting standards and their application
  • Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt, with the ability to self-teach as needed
  • Experience with accounting systems is preferred.

Nice to have:

Experience with accounting systems

What we offer:
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan enrollment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 30, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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