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Company lists this Senior Accountant (Bergen County) opportunity in bergen county, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Responsibilities
Own and oversee the financial reporting for assigned business units, including preparation, review, and analysis of Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet accounts.
Prepare, review, and post complex journal entries with comprehensive supporting schedules and documentation.
Lead and oversee monthly bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
Play a key leadership role in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of close activities.
Analyze financial results and investigate significant variances across Income Statement and Balance Sheet accounts, providing meaningful insights and explanations to accounting leadership.
Prepare financial reports, analyses, and ad hoc reporting requested by the Director of Accounting and senior management.
Evaluate and strengthen internal accounting controls by identifying risks, recommending improvements, and supporting the implementation of effective processes and procedures.
Prepare, review, and submit applicable sales tax returns while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines.
Maintain, review, and reconcile fixed asset schedules, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and related accounting activity.
Coordinate and provide support for year-end audits, including preparation of audit schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries.
Maintain and review assigned Balance Sheet accounts, ensuring timely reconciliation and resolution of outstanding items.
Prepare, review, and analyze monthly prepaid expense and amortization schedules.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Serve as a resource to accounting team members and collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting and financial issues.
Work extended hours when necessary to support month-end, year-end close, audits, and other critical financial reporting deadlines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
3+ years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated ownership of general ledger and financial close activities.
Public accounting experience and/or CPA certification strongly preferred.
Experience with NetSuite or comparable ERP/accounting systems preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong financial modeling, analytical, and data interpretation capabilities.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, account reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, identify trends and variances, and communicate findings effectively to management.
Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, and accounting best practices.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
Proven ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of complex accounting matters.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and interact with employees at all organizational levels.
High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial and business information.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to research issues, troubleshoot discrepancies, and recommend effective solutions.
Who can apply
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