Accountant

Robert Half • Dayton, NJ • 56min ago

Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Staff Accountant to join their growing finance and accounting team. This individual will play an important role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, excellent analytical skills, and experience working with an ERP or accounting system. NetSuite experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Perform general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.

Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and general ledger accounts.

Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.

Prepare and maintain supporting schedules and financial documentation.

Review financial transactions for accuracy and proper account coding.

Assist with financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis.

Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation.

Identify discrepancies and assist with resolving accounting issues.

Maintain compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

2+ years of relevant accounting experience.

Strong understanding of general accounting principles and practices.

Experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred.

Experience working with ERP systems and general ledger applications.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

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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