Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Location: 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 Responsibilities Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and assist with month‑end close Support inventory accounting, including raw materials and finished goods reconciliations Learn and assist with standard cost accounting and manufacturing variance analysis Partner with operations to analyze financial data and identify opportunities for improved efficiency Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting Coordinate physical inventory counts and support internal and external audits Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 2+ years of accounting experience Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience working with an ERP system; Microsoft Dynamics 365 or GP is a plus CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is preferred Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Why Apply? Client is willing to train on cost accounting - great opportunity to expand your skill set Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth Competitive compensation and strong long-term career potential If 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr