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Senior Accountant

$45 - $48 per hour

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Job Title: Interim Senior Accountant (Contract-to-Hire Potential) Location: Carteret, NJ (Onsite) Schedule: 5 days onsite (4 days onsite during summer schedule) Duration: Minimum 5-month contract with potential for permanent hire Compensation: $45-48/hour Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their accounting team on an interim basis to provide coverage during a planned leave of absence. This individual will play a key role in supporting the month-end close process, maintaining the general ledger, preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and assisting with a variety of accounting projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical accounting skills, excellent Excel proficiency, and a proactive, team-oriented approach. Key Responsibilities Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Maintain and support general ledger accounting functions. Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations. Manage fixed asset accounting and related reconciliations. Assist with financial reporting support and close-related deliverables. Participate in ad hoc accounting projects and reporting initiatives, including periodic operational reporting requirements. Ensure accounting records are accurate and comply with company policies and GAAP. Collaborate cross-functionally to support accounting operations and special projects. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 3+ years of progressive accounting experience. Strong general ledger and month-end close experience. Experience preparing journal entries and account reconciliations. Fixed asset accounting experience preferred. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP. Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) is a plus but not required. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualities Self-starter with a proactive, "go-getter" mentality. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Team-oriented with a willingness to take ownership of responsibilities. Adaptable and eager to contribute beyond core accounting responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco Recruiter Services

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