Staff Accountant

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Full Time Professional Morris Plains, NJ, US

15 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

At Hand Over Hand, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. As a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, we partner with families to empower children with autism and developmental disabilities. Our work is deeply mission-driven: we’re here to make a difference in the lives of children and their communities.

Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and purpose-filled. We celebrate growth of our team, of our families, and of ourselves. If you’re passionate about early childhood development and want to do meaningful, hands-on work that truly changes lives, you’ll feel right at home here.

This isn’t just an accounting role; it’s the foundation of how we scale responsibly. As a Staff Accountant, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity of a growing behavioral health organization. From maintaining accurate financial records to supporting payroll and ensuring compliance, your work directly supports the operational and clinical teams delivering life-changing services.

You’ll help bring clarity to complexity, ensuring that financial data is accurate, timely, and actionable so leadership can make informed decisions that drive growth, stability, and impact.

• Keep our financial foundation strong: Maintain accurate general ledger activity and ensure proper classification of transactions
• Drive accuracy and accountability:Perform reconciliations across accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Support critical reporting cycles: Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and variance analysis
• Ensure payroll continuity: Serve as backup for payroll administration, validating timekeeping, and supporting bi-weekly payroll processing
• Monitor financial performance: Track expenses, support budgeting alignment, and provide insights to leadership
• Maintain audit readiness:Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with financial standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner with HR, Operations, and Finance to align financial data with workforce and operational activity

• General ledger entries and account reconciliations
• Month-end and year-end close support
• Accounts payable processing and vendor reconciliation
• Accounts receivable tracking and revenue support
• Expense allocation across departments and cost centers
• Payroll backup support, including timekeeping validation and compliance checks
• Financial reporting support and ad hoc analysis
• Internal controls, audit preparation, and compliance with GAAP

• A detail-oriented accountant who takes pride in accuracy and organization
• Analytical and curious, you don’t just spot discrepancies, you investigate them
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• A strong communicator who can collaborate across departments
• Someone who values accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Motivated by meaningful work and being part of something bigger than yourself

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–4 years of accounting experience (required)
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or service-based industries (preferred)
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Experience with accounting systems and ERP platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience supporting payroll processes (preferred)
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion

• Competitive compensation:Based on experience and expertise
• Hybrid flexibility:A thoughtful blend of remote and in-person work that supports productivity and balance
• Growth-focused environment:Opportunity to expand your skillset in a scaling organization
• Collaborative environment:Partner with supportive, mission-driven colleagues who value collaboration, transparency, and helping each other succeed
• Cross-functional exposure:Work closely with HR, Operations, and leadership teams
• Purpose & pride:Be part of a team building something meaningful, together
• Mission-driven work:Your contributions directly support services that change lives

Ready to build a strong financial foundation for a mission that matters? Apply today and help us grow with integrity, accuracy, and purpose.

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