Senior Accountant

Kelly Services-Portugal; Pine Brook (NJ); In loco; USD 69.000 - 85.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Kelly Services is seeking a Senior Accountant for a 9-month temporary contract in Pine Brook, NJ. You will lead month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations for a $50M manufacturing operation, with responsibilities spanning financial reporting, project accounting, revenue recognition, and cost accounting.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of accounting experience, manufacturing cost accounting and POC experience, strong US GAAP/IFRS knowledge, and advanced Excel skills.

Competenze

• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting and percentage-of-completion.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Mansioni

• Lead month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Support POC accounting and revenue recognition under US GAAP and IFRS.
• Analyze general ledger activity and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Operations on costs and gross margin.
• Assist with audits, internal controls, and process improvements.
• Identify opportunities for ERP system enhancements and improved processes.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Communication

Independence

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing experience

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Strumenti

Excel

Power BI

SQL

M3 ERP

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Accountant
Temporary Contract 9 Months
Pine Brook, NJ
$50–$62 per Hour

Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant for a 9-month contract opportunity with a manufacturing business in Pine Brook, NJ. This role offers the opportunity to support a $50M manufacturing operation, with responsibilities spanning financial reporting, project accounting, revenue recognition, and cost accounting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, manufacturing experience, and a drive to improve accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.


• Support percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting and revenue recognition under US GAAP and IFRS.


• Analyze general ledger activity and perform balance sheet reconciliations.


• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to review project costs, inventory, and gross margin performance.


• Assist with audits, internal controls, and financial compliance.


• Identify process improvements and support ERP system enhancements.


• Provide support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.


• 4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting and/or manufacturing.


• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting and percentage-of-completion accounting.


• Strong understanding of US GAAP, IFRS, and internal controls.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI, SQL, or M3 ERP.


• Knowledge of IFRS 15, ASC 606, and IFRS 16.


• Experience with financial system implementations or process improvement initiatives.


• CPA preferred.

Position Details

• Location: Pine Brook, NJ


• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5 days on-site


• Duration: 9-month contract


• Pay Rate: $50–$62 per hour, based on experience