Staff Accountant

Zero; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holiday pay

Referral bonuses up to $1,000

Profit-sharing eligibility

Job summary

Zero is seeking an experienced Staff Accountant to join its finance team in Edison, NJ. This position involves ownership of month-end closes, financial reporting, and operational accounting within a multi-location retail environment.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 4–7 years of relevant experience, and strong GAAP knowledge. The role provides a hybrid work schedule and a competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $115,000 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience in retail or high-volume environments.
• Proven ability to support or lead audit preparation.
• Experience in month-end close and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute monthly and quarterly close activities.
• Analyze budget-to-actual variances and provide insights.
• Manage accounting for new store openings and leases.

Skills

Month-end close expertise

Financial statement preparation

Variance analysis

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems experience

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Mentoring ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

Power Pivot

Job description

StaffAccountant

AbouttheRole

• Zero Hiring is partnering with a leading multi-location retail organization to recruit a Staff Accountant for their Edison, NJ finance team.
• Our client is the #1 selling furniture brand in the world and the #1 retailer of furniture and bedding in the United States. With 20+ retail locations across the tri-state area and continued expansion ahead, this role plays a critical part in managing the financial backbone of a high-volume, multi-location operation.

PositionSummary

• We are looking for a hands‑on, forward‑thinking Staff Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, team‑oriented environment. This role carries real ownership across close, compliance, and operational accounting—and is structured as a succession track toward Accounting Manager.

KeyResponsibilities

• Month-End Close & Financial Reporting: Coordinate and execute monthly and quarterly close activities in accordance with GAAP, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and internal financial statements.
• Variance & Budget Analysis: Analyze and explain budget-to-actual variances and period-over-period changes, providing clear, actionable insights to leadership.
• Store Operations Accounting: Manage accounting activities related to new store openings, relocations, and monthly rent and occupancy cost analysis across all retail locations.
• Lease & Fixed Asset Management: Oversee lease accounting under ASC 842, including evaluation of new and modified contracts and maintenance of accurate fixed‑asset records.
• Sales & Use Tax Compliance: Prepare, file, and analyze multi‑jurisdictional sales and use tax returns; proactively identify discrepancies or risk areas.
• Audit & Compliance: Lead the annual audit process by coordinating with external auditors and preparing supporting schedules and documentation.
• System & Process Optimisation: Identify and implement improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within accounting processes and ERP systems.
• Team Development: Mentor and support accounting team members as part of the succession path toward Accounting Manager.
• Strategic Support: Partner with the Accounting Manager and VP of Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and ad‑hoc financial analyses.

RequiredQualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4–7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in retail, multi‑entity, or high‑volume environments
• Demonstrated expertise in month‑end close, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, including ASC 842 lease accounting and fixed‑asset accounting
• Experience with ERP systems; ability to troubleshoot and support system enhancements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (pivot tables, complex formulas, data modelling)
• Proven experience supporting or leading audit preparation and interacting with external auditors
• Demonstrated ability to mentor or train team members

PreferredQualifications

• CPA credential or active progress toward CPA
• Experience with Power BI, Power Query, Power Pivot, or data‑warehouse reporting tools
• Background in sales and use tax compliance or multi‑jurisdictional tax filings
• Exposure to new‑store accounting and operational accounting in a multi‑location retail model
• Experience driving process improvements within accounting operations

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $95,000–$115,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Referral bonuses up to $1,000
• Eligibility for company profit‑sharing programme

Schedule

• Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week
• Hybrid: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday in‑office required