<p>We are looking for an experienced Manager External Reporting to support the organization’s accounting and disclosure activities in Howell, New Jersey. This role will lead critical reporting processes, help maintain the accuracy of financial information, and partner with internal teams to meet deadlines and compliance standards. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge and a disciplined approach to monthly close, reconciliations, and audit support.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision</p><p>Salary: $110,000 - $150,000</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the preparation and review of external financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable reporting standards.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close activities, coordinating timelines, reviewing results, and resolving issues that could affect reporting quality.</p><p>• Manage general ledger integrity by monitoring account activity, validating balances, and ensuring transactions are recorded appropriately.</p><p>• Lead the preparation and review of journal entries and supporting documentation to maintain reliable financial records.</p><p>• Supervise account reconciliation processes, follow up on discrepancies, and drive timely resolution of outstanding items.</p><p>• Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing requested schedules, responding to inquiries, and supporting financial statement audit activities.</p><p>• Evaluate reporting workflows and accounting procedures to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and support consistent execution across reporting cycles.</p>

<p><strong>Position Requirements</strong>:</p><p>•   Bachelors degree in Accounting.</p><p>•   7+ years of managerial experience in a technical accounting and/or financial reporting role in a large public company.</p><p>•   Strong knowledge of GAAP, SEC and other regulatory accounting/reporting requirements and application.</p><p>•   Strong analytical, problem solving, and project planning skills, with the ability to proactively identify risks and prevent issues.</p><p>•   Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences, including senior management, business leaders, accounting managers, and auditors; independent thinker with a proactive mindset.</p><p>•   Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, meet tight deadlines and work collaboratively in a team environment.</p><p>•   Experience managing, mentoring and developing staff. </p><p>•   Working knowledge of XBRL and Workiva (formerly WebFilings) strongly preferred. </p><p>•   Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.</p><p>•   Big 4 public accounting experienced preferred; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license a plus. </p><p>•   Experience in a utility or energy company strongly preferred.</p>

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