Staff Accountant — GL & Financial Reporting

Kforce Inc; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Kforce's client in Short Hills, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. The role focuses on maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports and reconciliations, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.

You will analyze ledger balances, prepare monthly reports, assist with close processes, and support accounting projects while collaborating with internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes in a structured corporate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of financial accounting experience.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet applications.
• Familiarity with automated accounting systems or ERP platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze general ledger account balances and compile financial information.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, accounting summaries, and reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Record financial transactions accurately in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Review accounting documentation for accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Apply accounting and reporting principles to day-to-day accounting activities.
• Analyze account activity and provide information to support financial reporting and decision-making.
• Assist with expense allocation and related accounting activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Participate in accounting and financial reporting projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate financial information.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Account reconciliations

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Kforce's client in Short Hills, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their accounting team. The role focuses on maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports and reconciliations, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.

You will analyze ledger balances, prepare monthly reports, assist with close processes, and support accounting projects while collaborating with internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes in a structured corporate