Senior Accountant

HUDSON LAB AUTOMATION; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, vis

401(k) with company match

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Hudson Lab Automation is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This role supports critical accounting processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and driving improvements across the accounting function.

The ideal candidate will manage monthly closes, inventory and cost accounting, and coordinate with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, GAAP compliance, audits, and ERP system optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with pivot tables, lookups, analysis and reporting.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• 6 years of progressive accounting experience with close processes and audit.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution or inventory-intensive environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems; Acumatica experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly and year-end close activities and ensure timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review month-end journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in inventory accounting, cycle counts, and analysis of reserves and variances.
• Maintain general ledger integrity and reconcile reports; manage tax and sales/compliance activities.
• Support audit processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility.

Skills

Advanced Excel

CPA

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Acumatica

Job description

Position Summary:

Hudson Lab Automation is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for assisting critical accounting processes, supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, and drive continuous improvement across the accounting function.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and bring a strong understanding of general accounting, inventory and cost accounting, financial analysis, and audit. This individual will take ownership of key aspects of the monthly and annual close processes, support audit activities, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial visibility and operational efficiency.

As our business continues to evolve, the ideal candidate must be adaptable, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and accountability. This position reports directly to the Head of Finance and works closely with leaders across Finance and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review month end journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management reporting packages and quarterly reporting cycles, including 3+9, 6+6, and 9+3 forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Ad-hoc preparation of financial reports as required by management.
• Prepare weekly orderbook and backlog reports for financial review.

Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Support inventory accounting, inventory reconciliations, and cycle count reviews.
• Assist in the analysis of inventory reserves, valuation, and manufacturing cost variances.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to improve inventory accuracy and strengthen controls.
• Support product costing and production accounting activities within the ERP system.

General Accounting & Compliance

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Strong ability to reconcile reports and accounts as and when needed.
• Manage sales and use tax compliance activities through Avalara.
• Monitor outstanding customer balances and support collection efforts.
• Prepare and maintain monthly sales commission calculations and weekly backlog reporting for management review.

Audit & Tax

• Prepare audit schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses to facilitate efficient audit processes.
• Work with the tax accountant in preparation of Income tax reports.
• Resolve any tax audit queries by working closely with the head of finance.

Process Improvement & Special Projects

• Participate in ERP enhancements, system implementations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and operational objectives.
• Participate in special projects and other finance-related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, financial analysis, and reporting.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• 6 years of progressive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility supporting monthly close processes and audit activities.
• Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-intensive environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems required; Acumatica experience is a plus.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Self-driven and Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic responsibilities and day-to-day accounting operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage options, 401(k) plan with company match and eligibility for performance-based bonus program.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Applicants requiring accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources for assistance.