Sr. Accountant

Ascendo Resources; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An accounting services firm in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Accountant to support month-end close processes, account reconciliations, audits, and special accounting projects. The ideal candidate will assist in financial analyses and maintain accurate records related to accounts. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA certification.

Qualifications

• 2 years of general accounting experience required.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare standard and ad hoc journal entries.
• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records.
• Handle intercompany reconciliations and transactions.
• Support audits with schedules and documentation.
• Assist in financial analysis and special projects.

Skills

Journal entries preparation

Account reconciliations

Financial analysis

Auditing support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Overview

The Senior Accountant supports month-end close, account reconciliations, audits, and special accounting projects. Key responsibilities include preparing journal entries, analyzing and reconciling balance sheet accounts (such as cash, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany), and improving accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare standard and ad hoc journal entries
• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts monthly
• Resolve discrepancies and maintain accurate records
• Handle intercompany reconciliations and transactions
• Support audits with schedules and documentation
• Assist in financial analysis and special projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of general accounting experience

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Accounting