Senior Accountant at Aetrex, Inc. in PARAMUS

General Ledger Analyst

We are a thriving footwear manufacturing and wholesale company looking for a sharp, detail-oriented General Ledger Analyst to join our finance team. Working directly under the Controller, you will play a critical role in overseeing daily accounting operations, driving the month-end close process, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. A plus will be experience in inventory accounting and standard costing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regular reconciliations of bank statements, accounts and ledgers to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy in financial reporting such as reviewing AR/AP/JE cash related entries, investigate any banking variances vs GL and resolve them promptly.
• Reconcile credit cards transactions posting and accruals.

Month-End Close

• Perform monthly reconciliation for balance sheet and P&L accounts. Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany transactions along with maintaining clean and audit-ready work papers.
• Track and reconcile GL accounts for Prepaid inventory, Purchase receipt accruals, and In-transit inventory balances.
• Maintain monthly Fixed Asset capitalization and Prepaid amortization schedule.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes in accordance with GAAP including annual external audit requests tasks.
• Assist with sales and use tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Experience: 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, with a background in manufacturing, wholesale distribution, or consumer goods is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong experience working with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, complex formulas, and data manipulation).
• Familiarity with accounting software systems and any AI platforms i.e. Claude, Coursiv, Datatrail etc.
• Core Competencies:
• Deep understanding of GAAP, particularly surrounding revenue recognition, cash controls, and inventory valuation.
• Exceptional attention to detail, especially when managing high-volume bank accounts and complex reconciliations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship under an experienced Controller.