Senior Accountant - Close, Reporting & Process Improvements

LHH; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

LHH is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to join its accounting and finance team in Princeton, NJ. The role involves supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close, journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting while collaborating with business leaders across departments.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in financial reporting, GL, and close processes, with preference for manufacturing or inventory-intensive experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience participating in month-end close activities.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Analyze financial results and investigate account variances.
• Assist with financial statement preparation and internal reporting.
• Support inventory, fixed asset, and other operational accounting functions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as assigned.
• Support external audits and compliance-related requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Provide general accounting support across the finance organization.

Skills

General ledger proficiency

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

LHH is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to join its accounting and finance team in Princeton, NJ. The role involves supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close, journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting while collaborating with business leaders across departments.

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in financial reporting, GL, and close processes, with preference for manufacturing or inventory-intensive experience.