Staff Accountant

Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end closing processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Your expertise will help drive financial integrity and support strategic decision-making across the organization. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a fast‑paced environment, working with diverse financial software and accounting principles. Responsibilities Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness. Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing and vendor payments using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero. Conduct balance sheet reconciliations regularly to verify the accuracy of financial data and resolve discrepancies promptly. Assist with payroll management tasks utilizing systems like ADP, Paychex, Kronos, or UltiPro to ensure timely and accurate employee payments. Support compliance efforts related to SOX (Sarbanes‑Oxley Act) controls and assist in internal audits by providing necessary documentation. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting activities to support organizational goals. Maintain detailed records of financial transactions, ensuring adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and governmental accounting standards when applicable. Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Preferred). Experience QuickBooks: 5 years (Required) Accounting: 5 years (Required) License / Certification CPA (Required) Location Burlington County, NJ (Required) Ability To Commute Burlington County, NJ (Required) Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or progress toward certification is a plus. Proven experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or governmental accounting environments. Strong proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or similar platforms; experience with Workday or UltiPro is advantageous. Knowledge of financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, account analysis, and general ledger reconciliation. Familiarity with payroll management systems like ADP or Paychex and experience handling accounts payable/receivable processes. Ability to perform detailed data entry with high accuracy using 10‑key typing skills; experience with double‑entry bookkeeping is essential. Solid understanding of GAAP standards as well as technical accounting principles; experience with SOX compliance is highly desirable. Excellent analytical skills combined with strong math aptitude; ability to interpret financial data effectively. Effective communication skills to collaborate across departments and support audit activities confidently. Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Salary Annual Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr