Senior Cost Accountant – Manufacturing

Genuine Search Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a detail-driven Senior Accountant to join a finance team in Little Falls, NJ. The role involves leading month-end close activities, managing cost accounting aspects, and performing financial analyses to enhance operational efficiency. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferably with CPA or CMA certification, alongside 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $95,000.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience, with strong cost accounting exposure.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close activities and journal entries.
• Manage aspects of cost accounting including standard cost updates.
• Analyze manufacturing and inventory variances.

Skills

Cost accounting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (Job scope)

Advanced Excel

Job description

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a detail-driven Senior Accountant to join a finance team in Little Falls, NJ. The role involves leading month-end close activities, managing cost accounting aspects, and performing financial analyses to enhance operational efficiency. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferably with CPA or CMA certification, alongside 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $95,000.