Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location: Fort Lee, NJ (100% On-Site)

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Company

A well-established manufacturing and distribution company is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its tenured and collaborative accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who thrives in a stable environment and is adaptable when working with legacy systems that continue to effectively support business operations.

Position Overview

The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting the month-end close process, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with various accounting functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working within a structured, long-standing accounting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries

• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

• Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions

• Assist with accounts payable and cash application processes as needed

• Contribute to ad hoc accounting projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

• 3-5 years of recent Staff Accountant experience

• Strong understanding of general accounting principles

• Ability to adapt and work effectively within established systems and processes

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Why Join This Company?

• Stable, well-established organization with long-tenured accounting staff

• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of accounting

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Strong opportunity for professional growth and development

Interested candidates should apply today to be considered for this opportunity to grow their accounting career within a reputable organization.

Please send resumes to:

christine.kiernan@lhh.com

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Employees have the flexibility to choose coverage options that best meet their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave where required by law, other leave required by federal, state, or local law, and holiday pay upon meeting eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and applicable security clearance requirements.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Christine Senn

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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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.