Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantLocation: Wayne, NJ (Hybrid)We are partnering with a well-established organization in the Wayne, NJ area to identify a Senior Accountant to join their growing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their skills in cost accounting, as the client is willing to train the right candidate in this area.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and assist with month-end closeSupport inventory accounting, including raw materials and finished goods reconciliationsLearn and assist with standard cost accounting and manufacturing variance analysisPartner with operations to analyze financial data and identify opportunities for improved efficiencyAssist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational reportingCoordinate physical inventory counts and support internal and external auditsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field2 years of accounting experienceStrong understanding of GAAP and financial reportingAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsExperience working with an ERP system; Microsoft Dynamics 365 or GP is a plusCPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is preferredStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsWhy Apply?Client is willing to train on cost accounting—great opportunity to expand your skill setCollaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growthCompetitive compensation and strong long-term career potentialIf you're looking for an opportunity to grow your accounting career while gaining valuable cost accounting experience, we'd love to hear from you!Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.Wayne, NJ, USOn-SiteManufacturing - All Other Vaco$ 90000.00 - 120000.00 yearly direct hire