Staff Accountant

Kearfott Corporation; Pine Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision,

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and sick days

Paid holidays

9/80 work week with every other Friday

Job summary

Kearfott Corporation is seeking a Staff Accountant with 3–5 years of accounting experience to join the Accounting team. The role emphasizes fixed assets, CIP, depreciation, inventory management, and costing, with a strong focus on GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, experience with month-end close, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems; strong GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting activities related to fixed assets, CIP, depreciation, inventory, and/or inventory costing.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset and inventory-related GL accounts and schedules.
• Prepare and record depreciation and recurring journal entries.
• Support inventory accounting activities including reconciliations and costing.
• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected, and plays a vital role in the success of America’s aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class workforce. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected worldwide as a ‘full service’ provider.

For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Staff Accountant

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of accounting experience and hands-on knowledge in one or more of the following areas: fixed assets, construction in progress (CIP), depreciation, inventory management, or inventory costing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accounting activities related to fixed assets, CIP, depreciation, inventory, and/or inventory costing, depending on experience.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset and/or inventory-related general ledger accounts and supporting schedules.
• Review asset additions, transfers, disposals, and capitalization of completed CIP projects, as applicable.
• Prepare and record depreciation and other recurring journal entries.
• Support inventory accounting activities, including reconciliations, costing, reserves, adjustments, and analysis, as applicable.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Research and resolve account discrepancies and reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Perform variance and account analysis and provide explanations for significant or unusual activity.
• Assist with other general accounting responsibilities and special projects as needed.
• Provide supporting documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, Purchasing, and other departments to ensure accounting transactions are complete and accurately recorded.
• Assist with identifying and implementing improvements to accounting processes, controls, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with established accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable GAAP requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Working knowledge and practical experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • Fixed asset accounting
  • Construction in progress (CIP) and capitalization
  • Depreciation
  • Inventory accounting and management
  • Inventory costing
• Experience participating in the month-end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and GAAP.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with ERP/accounting systems.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or other inventory-intensive environment.
• Experience with standard costing, inventory variance analysis, or manufacturing accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems and fixed asset or inventory subledgers.
• Experience supporting financial statement audits and internal control requirements.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $95,000 - $132,000 annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, and a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off. Our work environment embraces our people as we enjoy monthly employee events that celebrate our workplace culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans