Staff Accountant - Somerset, NJ - Hybrid

Guest Supply; Franklin Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role involves the preparation and analysis of financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulations like the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX). You'll be responsible for compiling financial data, preparing statements, and conducting variance analysis, all while collaborating with department leads. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about finance, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related accounting experience; preferred 5-7 years.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and online accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Compile financial information for routine accounting processes.
• Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements.
• Analyze financial information for management's review.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

PeopleSoft

General Ledger Accounting

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Staff Accountant - Somerset, NJ - Hybrid

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Job Summary

The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation and analysis of various financial reports, statements, and data in compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX).

Responsibilities

1. Compile financial information to perform routine accounting processes such as general ledger entries, Balance Sheet account reconciliations, and Profit & Loss variance analysis.
2. Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements by analyzing information from the general ledger in collaboration with department leads.
3. Analyze financial information to summarize and interpret the company's current and projected financial position for management.
4. Prepare payments by accruing expenses, assigning account numbers, requesting disbursements, reconciling accounts, and preparing quarterly calculations.
5. Update daily cash schedules using bank statements for cash reconciliation at month-end.
6. Assist with the preparation of the annual Profit Plan and other projects.
7. Prepare payroll journal entries.
8. Research and interpret data to answer accounting and financial questions.
9. Participate in maintaining and overseeing company record keeping.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.

Experience

• 3-5 years of related accounting experience; preferred 5-7 years.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with online accounting systems like PeopleSoft preferred.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and professional skills.
• Customer service orientation, planning and organizational skills, problem-solving ability, sound judgment, professionalism, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy in analyzing complex financial data.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily office-based; requires sitting, standing, walking, and use of hands and fingers for computer work.
• Moderate noise level; may require evening and weekend work based on business needs.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Hospitality