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! EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr