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Senior Accountant

Kforce Inc.

Edison, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$100,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Accrual-Basis Accounting, Analysis Skills, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Consumer Promotions, Corporate Policies, Cost Accounting, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Depreciation, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Financial Accounting, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Inventory Costs, Journal Entries, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Cost, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, People Management, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Edison, NJ
POSTED
Today
Kforce's client, a well-established and growing consumer products manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its corporate accounting team in Edison, NJ. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take ownership of key accounting functions while working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Summary: The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, supporting the monthly and year-end close processes, maintaining general ledger activities, and driving continuous process improvements. This position offers a blend of financial accounting, operational accounting, and cost accounting responsibilities with opportunities for increased visibility and career growth. Responsibilities:
  • Senior Accountant will lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
  • Prepare and analyze journal entries, financial reports, and account reconciliations
  • Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure compliance with GAAP
  • Manage fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and capital expenditures
  • Support customer rebate, promotional, and accrual accounting
  • Perform banking reconciliations and cash management activities
  • Assist with inventory and cost accounting, including manufacturing-related analysis
  • As a Senior Accountant, you will provide oversight and support for accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
  • Review accounting work prepared by team members and provide guidance as needed
  • Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with company policies
  • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies
  • Partner cross-functionally with finance, operations, and other business leaders

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Experience working within an ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is a plus)
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Excellent analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Preferred:
  • CPA or CPA-track preferred
  • Manufacturing and/or cost accounting experience preferred
  • Experience reviewing or supervising the work of other accounting professionals is a plus
  • Experience with Power BI is desirable

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/

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