Accountant

Lee Hecht Harrison

Lyndhurst, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Analysis Skills, Business Administration, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Communication Skills, Corporate Tax, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Reporting, Interpersonal Skills, Local Tax, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Public Accounting, Record Keeping, State Laws and Regulations, State Tax, Tax Accounting, Tax Planning, Tax Regulations, Tax Returns, Time Management
LOCATION
Lyndhurst, NJ
POSTED
12 days ago

LHH is partnering with a well-established global manufacturer to identify a Tax Accountant to join their growing team. This is a newly created position driven by continued growth, offering strong exposure to both tax and regulatory matters within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Position Overview

The Tax Accountant will play a key role in preparing and reviewing tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and supporting tax planning initiatives. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, review, and file accurate corporate tax returns

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations

  • Identify and apply eligible deductions, credits, and tax-saving strategies

  • Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation

  • Monitor changes in tax laws and proactively implement updates

  • Utilize tax and accounting systems to support reporting and compliance

  • Partner cross-functionally to support audits and financial reporting initiatives

  • Maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive financial data

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of tax regulations and compliance requirements

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)

  • CPA required (or actively pursuing; CFA a plus depending on scope)

  • 2-5+ years of relevant tax/accounting experience (public accounting experience highly valued)

  • Master's degree or MBA is a plus

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. 3 Weeks PTO

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please

navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state,

and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.

  • Seniority Level

Associate

  • Industry

  • Manufacturing

  • Employment Type

Full-time

  • Job Functions

  • Accounting/Auditing

  • Skills

  • Tax Forms

  • Tax Preparation

  • Multi-State Tax Returns

  • Tax Reporting

  • Tax

  • Tax Accounting

  • Internal Au

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Susan Persampieri

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison