Staff Accountant

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant in Middlesex County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for AP and AR functions, journal entries, financial statement preparation, financial reports, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, month and year end close, and more.

Responsibilities:

- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing and payment tracking.

- Communicate regularly with vendors to address account statements and resolve outstanding balances.

- Conduct bank reconciliations to maintain up-to-date financial records.

- Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

- Responsible for month-end and year-end close activities by preparing reports and verifying account balances.

Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or at least 3 years of equivalent experience in the field.

- Experience with journal entries, general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

- Excellent organizational skills to manage complex reconciliations and approvals.

- Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively with team members at all levels.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with vendors and internal stakeholders.

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