Senior Accountant

Vaco Recruiter Services; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services in Wayne, NJ is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team. The role focuses on cost accounting training and opportunities to expand expertise in manufacturing cost analysis.

You will prepare journal entries, perform reconciliations, assist with month-end close, and partner with operations to improve efficiency. Hybrid work arrangement and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 2+ years accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems; Dynamics 365 or GP is a plus.
• CPA/CMA or progress toward certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and assist with month-end close.
• Support inventory accounting, including raw materials and finished goods reconciliations.
• Learn and assist with standard cost accounting and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Partner with operations to analyze financial data and identify opportunities for efficiency.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting.
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and support audits.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

GAAP knowledge

Strong analytical & communication

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Great Plains (GP)

Job description

Senior Accountant

Location: Wayne, NJ (Hybrid)

We are partnering with a well-established organization in the Wayne, NJ area to identify a Senior Accountant to join their growing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their skills in cost accounting, as the client is willing to train the right candidate in this area.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and assist with month‑end close
• Support inventory accounting, including raw materials and finished goods reconciliations
• Learn and assist with standard cost accounting and manufacturing variance analysis
• Partner with operations to analyze financial data and identify opportunities for improved efficiency
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and support internal and external audits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience working with an ERP system; Microsoft Dynamics 365 or GP is a plus
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Why Apply?

• Client is willing to train on cost accounting - great opportunity to expand your skill set
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive compensation and strong long-term career potential

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your accounting career while gaining valuable cost accounting experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.