Staff Accountant

LHH; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 3+ years of AP/AR experience in real estate or manufacturing. This full-time role offers competitive medical benefits and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of AP/AR experience, preferably in real estate or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile AP/AR transactions.
• Maintain vendor and customer records.
• Prepare and analyze aging reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions. This role is ideal for professionals with a background in real estate or manufacturing, who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile AP/AR transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain vendor and customer records, including payment terms and contact details.
• Prepare and analyze aging reports, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Support audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure proper coding and approval of invoices.
• Monitor cash flow and assist in forecasting.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of AP/AR experience, preferably in real estate or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for vendor and client interactions.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Real Estate
• Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)