Corporate Accountant, CPA

Lee Hecht Harrison

Allendale, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$100,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Transactions, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Reporting, Income Statements, Internal Audit, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Journal Entries, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Cost, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Submissions, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Strategic Planning, Tax Returns, Time Management, Vision Plan, Vlookups
LOCATION
Allendale, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago

LHH Recruitment Solutions is assisting our Bergen County, NJ client in their search for a Senior Accountant. This is a permanent position with benefits and will require the Senior Accountant to report onsite five days per week.

CPA Certification or being on the CPA track is required and experience in a public accounting firm is required as well.

Position Overview

This role partners closely with the Controller to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the organization's accounting and financial reporting activities. The position plays a key part in regulatory compliance, financial close processes, internal controls, and audit coordination, while also supporting operational financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Controller to apply and uphold accounting and reporting frameworks

  • Assist in meeting all regulatory filing obligations at the local, state, and federal levels, including tax filings, government reporting submissions, notices, and payment coordination. Support the review of business tax returns and related planning strategies.

  • Contribute to the monthly close cycle by ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with U.S. GAAP or IFRS. Analyze financial results and investigate variances to support accurate reporting.

  • Ensure strict adherence to recurring reporting timelines, including weekly, mid-cycle, month-end, semi-annual, and annual deliverables.

  • Support general ledger close procedures, including accrual calculations, journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliations, and analytical review of balances.

  • Collaborate in the preparation and detailed review of balance sheet and income statement reconciliations.

  • Provide ongoing analytical and operational support to the Controller across accounting and reporting functions.

  • Coordinate with external audit teams by compiling requested documentation and facilitating the audit process.

  • Evaluate and enhance accounting policies and internal procedures to maintain strong internal controls and compliance with SOX requirements.

  • Work cross-functionally with operations to assess and interpret manufacturing cost variances.

  • Carry out additional assignments and special projects as directed by management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.

  • CPA required

  • 3+ years of progressive experience in financial reporting and taxation.

  • Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS standards.

  • Experience working with a larger ERP system

  • Advanced Excel capabilities (pivot tables, VLOOKUP's, advanced formulas, macros)

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.

  • Exposure to audits, reviews, and compilations preferred.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work output.

Benefits Include:

o Medical, dental, and vision insurance

o 401(k) plan with employer match

o Paid holidays

o Paid vacation

o Paid sick leave

o Life and disability insurance

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, 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

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Julie Rizzetta

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