Staff Accountant
Robert Half
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Jr. Staff Accountant to join a finance team in Jersey City, New Jersey on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career to mid-level accounting specialist who enjoys working with detailed financial data, solving reconciliation issues, and supporting inventory-related accounting activity. The role offers a collaborative environment with a hybrid schedule and the chance to contribute to high-visibility balance sheet and general ledger work.
Responsibilities:
• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Manage accounting support for finished goods inventory across multiple bailment locations, including tracking and reconciliation activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of general ledger records.
• Review bank account activity and complete timely bank reconciliations to support month-end close processes.
• Use Excel extensively to analyze financial data, organize schedules, and identify variances requiring follow-up.
• Assist with corporate tax and sales tax accounting tasks, including support for filings and related documentation.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve outstanding accounting items and improve the accuracy of supporting records.
• Experience in an entry-level or staff accountant position with hands-on exposure to core accounting processes.• Practical knowledge of an ERP or accounting system, with the ability to learn new platforms quickly.
• Demonstrated experience completing balance sheet reconciliations in a work setting.
• Strong Excel skills, including the ability to work efficiently with spreadsheets and financial schedules.
• Familiarity with journal entries, general ledger activity, and bank reconciliation procedures.
• Exposure to corporate tax, sales tax, or corporate tax return support is preferred.
• Proactive, analytical, and dependable approach with strong attention to detail.
Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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