<p>Our client is seeking a cost accountant for a contract opportunity in the Bridgewater, NJ area. This role is fully onsite and is ideal for candidates who are able to begin working immediately. The client is seeking candidates with experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing or construction environment. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Cost Accountant / Financial Analyst Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze operating costs, materials, inventory, and other business expenses to evaluate profitability and support strategic decision-making.</li><li>Monitor and analyze overhead expenditures and cost trends.</li><li>Prepare and maintain monthly budgets in collaboration with operational and department leadership.</li><li>Assist with capital expenditure tracking, reporting, and fixed asset management.</li><li>Support internal and external audits and assist with general ledger activities.</li><li>Manage cost allocations across departments, projects, or business units.</li><li>Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances.</li><li>Support inventory accounting processes, including physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li></ul>
<p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vison</li><li>401k</li><li>hybrid</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review and prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and nonprofits.</li><li>Manage multiple client engagements and ensure timely completion of projects.</li><li>Research complex tax issues and provide practical recommendations.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong client relationships.</li><li>Identify tax planning opportunities and assist clients with compliance matters.</li><li>Review workpapers and ensure accuracy of tax filings.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee external reporting and audit activities for our U.S. operations in Somerset, New Jersey. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with a disciplined approach to financial reporting, compliance, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will help ensure accurate financial statements, support complex accounting evaluations, and strengthen policy application across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation of U.S. financial reports, including required disclosures and supporting schedules, while ensuring all documentation is accurate, reconciled, and ready for audit review.<br>• Manage the external audit process from planning through completion by coordinating requests, monitoring progress, resolving questions, and maintaining effective communication with auditors and internal stakeholders.<br>• Perform technical accounting assessments by researching applicable guidance, analyzing business scenarios, and documenting conclusions related to complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition under ASC 606.<br>• Establish and refine accounting policies and interpretive guidance to promote consistent application of U.S. GAAP across reporting activities and evolving business needs.<br>• Oversee key close and reporting activities by reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger support to enhance accuracy and completeness.<br>• Maintain reporting workpapers, rollforwards, and validation checks that support internal consistency and reduce the risk of rework during review and audit cycles.<br>• Partner with finance and operational teams to address accounting issues, improve reporting processes, and support implementation of new accounting requirements when needed.