Sr. Accountant
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Westwood, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting processes, and maintaining compliance with organizational standards. This position focuses on core accounting functions such as reconciliations, ledger management, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities Include;</p><ul><li>Record, reconcile, and analyze all inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and write-offs to ensure accuracy of the general ledger.</li><li>Monitor and reconcile inventory subledger to the GL on a monthly basis, investigating and resolving variances promptly.</li><li>Collaborate with warehouse, operations, and procurement teams to validate inventory movements and support cycle counts/physical inventory processes.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries for inventory-related accruals, reserves, and cost of goods sold adjustments.</li><li>Generate and maintain detailed inventory reports to support audits, month-end close, and management decision-making.</li></ul><p><br></p>
• Proven experience in accounting with a focus on month-end close activities.<br>• Strong knowledge of general ledger management and account reconciliation processes.<br>• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing journal entries.<br>• Familiarity with bank reconciliation procedures and inventory accounting.<br>• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and tools.<br>• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.<br>• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.<br>• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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- Woodcliff Lake, NJ
- onsite
- Temporary
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27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Westwood, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting processes, and maintaining compliance with organizational standards. This position focuses on core accounting functions such as reconciliations, ledger management, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities Include;</p><ul><li>Record, reconcile, and analyze all inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, and write-offs to ensure accuracy of the general ledger.</li><li>Monitor and reconcile inventory subledger to the GL on a monthly basis, investigating and resolving variances promptly.</li><li>Collaborate with warehouse, operations, and procurement teams to validate inventory movements and support cycle counts/physical inventory processes.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries for inventory-related accruals, reserves, and cost of goods sold adjustments.</li><li>Generate and maintain detailed inventory reports to support audits, month-end close, and management decision-making.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2025-09-26T00:14:20Z