Senior Accountant

Pivotal Solutions; New Jersey; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cookware seeks a Senior Accountant to lead a team of skilled accountants, overseeing AR/AP and ensuring accurate invoicing, collections, and vendor payments. The role serves as a key liaison within the Finance Department, driving timely financial information and adherence to policy.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 5+ years of experience, strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, PivotTables), and solid GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Solid understanding of GAAP.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing customer invoicing, cash applications, and collections.
• Handling internal and external customer inquiries.
• Assisting with monthly closing and reconciliations.
• Communicating across departments about chargebacks, accruals, budgeting, etc.
• Processing vendor invoices, coding, and approval flows in compliance with internal controls.
• Supporting cash planning, payment processing, and monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Assisting with financial audits.
• Addressing ad hoc requirements as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Deadline oriented

Problem-solving

Self-starter

Ambiguity tolerance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O

Job description

Burlington, United States | Posted on 09/02/2026

The Senior Accountant role involves leading and guiding a team of skilled accountants in managing Cookware's Accounts Receivable and Payable functions. This position is crucial in maintaining financial operations for customers and vendors, including tasks such as invoicing, collections, and vendor payments. The Senior Accountant will serve as a central point of contact for the Finance Department, sharing information, results, and strategies with relevant stakeholders. They will be expected to prioritize quality, accuracy, and timeliness while adhering to accounting policies and deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Managing customer invoicing, cash applications, and collections.
• Handling internal and external customer inquiries.
• Assisting with monthly closing and reconciliations.
• Communicating across departments about chargebacks, accruals, budgeting, etc.
• Processing vendor invoices, coding, and approval flows in compliance with internal controls.
• Supporting cash planning, payment processing, and monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Assisting with financial audits.
• Addressing ad hoc requirements as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including V-lookups and Pivot Tables.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity and working independently.
• Self-starter with exceptional interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft D365 F&O is a plus.