Senior Accountant

Robert Half • Branchburg Township, NJ • 1h ago

Description

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Branchburg, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position that requires expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and month-end close processes. The ideal candidate will bring over seven years of accounting experience and demonstrate strong proficiency in managing general ledger activities and financial reconciliations. This role is fully onsite in Branchburg.

Responsibilities:

Perform month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.

Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining compliance with accounting standards.

Conduct detailed account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, to ensure data integrity.

Analyze sales data and create comprehensive reports to aid in business decision-making.

Provide in-depth financial analysis to support strategic planning and performance evaluation.

Manage general ledger operations, ensuring accurate tracking and categorization of financial transactions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address financial discrepancies and optimize reporting processes.

Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel functions to streamline financial data management and reporting.

Monitor and maintain compliance with internal financial policies and regulatory requirements.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to enhancing accounting workflows.

Requirements - Minimum of seven years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial analysis and reporting.

Strong proficiency in month-end close processes and general ledger management.

Demonstrated expertise in preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations.

Advanced knowledge of sales analysis and reporting techniques.

Solid understanding of financial analysis principles and their application to business strategy.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas and data manipulation.

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in financial documentation.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with teams.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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