Senior Accountant - Project

Abacus Staffing; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead the month-end closing process and manage financial reporting. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 5+ years of relevant experience, and be skilled in ERP systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee accounting activities and contribute to implementing new accounting software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior level accounting experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of corporate taxes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate month-end closing and maintain the general ledger.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and sales tax returns.
• Manage and oversee the Accounts Receivable and Credit Departments.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Reconciliation

Team Management

ERP Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Infor XA

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the month-end closing procedure and maintain the general ledger in a manufacturing and departmental environment.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements for the company and two affiliated entities, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Prepare monthly sales tax returns for these entities.
• Manage and oversee the Accounts Receivable and Credit Departments.
• Help to implement new accounting software.
• Reconcile and analyze various general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries and any related analysis.
• Manage and support the accounting staff and provide them with accounting advice.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in accounting along with 5+ years' experience in senior level accounting. Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Knowledge of corporate taxes a plus. Experience with Infor XA or similar ERP system is required.