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Staff Accountant

Fairfield, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
A specialized manufacturing and project-based organization in Fairfield, NJ is seeking a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team. The Staff Accountant will handle full-cycle accounting, month-end reporting, general ledger activity, job reconciliations, audit support, and accounting tied to large, multi-year projects. The ideal candidate will bring prior construction or project accounting experience, including exposure to WIP, percentage-of-completion and job costing, along with experience using Sage. Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a plus. The role offers direct interaction with senior leadership and is a strong fit for either an earlier-career accountant or an experienced hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning the work without needing a management title.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly organized and analytical Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis. This role supports core accounting functions, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail‑driven, comfortable working with large datasets, and capable of navigating a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post accurate journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close.</li><li>Perform account reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Support the preparation of financial statements and internal management reports.</li><li>Analyze variances and assist with resolving discrepancies across accounts.</li><li>Maintain general ledger integrity through ongoing review and documentation.</li><li>Assist with audit requests by preparing schedules and gathering supporting documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with finance and cross‑functional teams to support accounting operations.</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Spring Valley, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the accuracy and efficiency of day-to-day financial operations in Spring Valley, New York. This position plays a key role in maintaining reliable accounting records, producing timely financial reports, and helping the business stay compliant with tax and payroll obligations. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to turn financial data into clear, actionable insight. Responsibilities: • Record daily financial activity, including incoming payments, invoices, sales activity, and operating expenses, to keep accounting records current and accurate. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and outstanding loan balances on a regular schedule to confirm ledger accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements for internal review. • Manage month-end and year-end close activities by posting journal entries, accruals, and other adjustments needed for complete financial reporting. • Review account activity and investigate variances to identify issues, explain trends, and support informed business decisions. • Assist with tax-related reporting by organizing records and supporting sales tax, local tax, and year-end documentation requirements. • Support payroll processing or work alongside payroll vendors to ensure wages, taxes, and benefits are recorded and allocated correctly. • Maintain organized digital financial files and documentation to strengthen internal controls and ensure audit readiness.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Bergen County, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join a growing cosmetics organization in Bergen County, New Jersey. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting candidate who wants to expand hands-on experience across core accounting functions while contributing to a collaborative team. The role offers exposure to daily accounting operations, financial close activities, and reporting support in a dynamic business environment. Responsibilities:• Contribute to monthly and annual closing processes by preparing supporting entries and ensuring deadlines are met.• Record journal entries and complete reconciliations to keep financial records accurate and current.• Review bank activity and balance sheet accounts regularly, resolving variances in a timely manner.• Provide day-to-day assistance with both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed.• Help preserve the accuracy of the general ledger through careful review and consistent maintenance of account details.• Prepare schedules and supporting documentation used in internal financial reporting during period-end close.• Examine transaction activity, identify unusual items, and research discrepancies to support accurate reporting.• Assist with audit preparation and year-end documentation by gathering requested records and answering follow-up questions.• Take part in workflow enhancements and ad hoc accounting projects that improve efficiency and reporting quality.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a respected organization in the museum and arts space. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys managing payment activity, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day finance operations in a collaborative environment. The role will contribute to artist and consignor payment processes, invoice handling, and general ledger activity while partnering closely with internal teams to keep information complete and current. Responsibilities: • Manage and update account records for artists and consignors tied to both primary and secondary market transactions, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date. • Review, code, and enter invoices into Microsoft Dynamics 365 with appropriate backup documentation and proper accounting treatment. • Maintain payment tracking files and financial schedules related to artist activity, keeping records organized and current for reporting purposes. • Oversee the shared inbox for artist payments by responding to questions, requesting missing details, and following through on outstanding items promptly. • Coordinate with internal departments to gather invoices, payment instructions, and supporting materials required for timely processing. • Prepare recurring payment journal entries for artist and consignor disbursements and ensure transactions are recorded correctly. • Assemble payment approval packages for amounts above signature limits, including all necessary documentation and supporting schedules. • Record general ledger entries associated with cost of sales, commissions, advisor fees, and other related transaction activity. • Assist senior accounting staff with commission calculations, payment analysis, reporting needs, and additional finance projects as assigned.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join an organization in New York, New York in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and help produce timely reporting for leadership and external requirements. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple financial priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by recording, reviewing, and organizing financial activity in accordance with established accounting practices. • Process vendor invoices and payments accurately, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and disbursements are made on schedule. • Prepare recurring monthly reports and year-end financial statements to support internal decision-making and external reporting obligations. • Reconcile bank activity and cash accounts on a routine basis, researching and resolving variances promptly. • Track spending against approved budgets and provide leadership with clear updates on financial performance and trends. • Support audit activities by gathering records, answering follow-up questions, and coordinating requested documentation for internal and external reviewers. • Complete required tax-related reporting and year-end payroll documentation, including W-2 preparation, while helping maintain compliance with applicable regulations. • Administer payroll processing and assist with financial oversight for the Scholarship Fund, including support connected to scholarship-related events.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Middlesex, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing organization in Middlesex, New Jersey. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing recurring financial reports, and helping ensure timely completion of close activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with QuickBooks, accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close, payroll, taxes, financial statement preparation, inventory accounting, job costing, bank reconciliations, general ledger management, audit support, and other core accounting functions. Responsibilities:• Handle daily accounting functions across payables, receivables, ledger maintenance, and cash reconciliation to keep financial records accurate and current.• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages with careful attention to completeness and accuracy.• Coordinate period-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and account balances are properly reviewed and recorded.• Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.• Partner with external auditors by organizing documentation, answering questions, and supporting audit requests.• Assist with corporate tax and sales tax activities, including supporting return preparation and related reconciliations.• Use QuickBooks to manage accounting records, track transactions, and support routine financial operations.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Woodbridge, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant in Middlesex County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, tax preparation. and financial reporting. If have 3+ years of experience as a Staff Accountant and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, this might be the opportunity for you! Responsibilities:• Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.• Conduct bank reconciliations to maintain up-to-date financial records.• Assist with the preparation of partnership, corporate, and individual tax filings in accordance with applicable requirements.• Generate financial reports and provide insights to support financial decision-making.• Collaborate with team members to resolve accounting issues and keep financial data current and accurate.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

staff accountant

Orangeburg, NY
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support key accounting operations for a wholesale distribution organization in Pearl River, New York. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is comfortable handling reconciliations, account analysis, and day-to-day transactional accounting while working in a collaborative team environment. The role begins primarily onsite and transitions to a hybrid schedule after onboarding, offering the opportunity to contribute across accounts receivable, bookkeeping, and general ledger activities. Responsibilities:• Perform detailed reviews of financial accounts to identify discrepancies, explain activity, and maintain accurate balances.• Reconcile cash activity across records and systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Complete credit card reconciliations and investigate unmatched or unusual transactions.• Prepare and maintain bank reconciliations on a regular basis, resolving variances promptly.• Support accounts receivable functions, including tracking incoming payments and maintaining organized records.• Assist with bookkeeping tasks and general ledger maintenance to keep financial data current and reliable.• Record journal entries and verify supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions.• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs to analyze data, organize reports, and improve accounting workflow.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
Staff Accountant – ContractJob DescriptionOur client is seeking a Staff Accountant for a contract opportunity to support their accounting team with grant accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and general accounting functions.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare basic journal entries and ensure accurate debits, credits, and expense coding.</li><li>Conduct monthly budget reviews to ensure grant expenditures align with funding requirements and agency guidelines.</li><li>Generate general ledger, revenue, and expense reports to support grant reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare invoices and post journal entries using accounting systems.</li><li>Maintain Excel worksheets and assist with full cost recovery (FCR) reports.</li><li>Prepare financial reports for submission to funding sources and assist with cash flow projections.</li><li>Review payment documentation, invoices, purchase orders, and expenditures for accuracy.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable and receivable, including tracking vendor payments, outstanding invoices, and payment statuses.</li><li>Reconcile petty cash, credit card transactions, cash receipts, MetroCards, and food vouchers.</li><li>Assist with check preparation, purchase order revisions, and vendor inquiries.</li><li>Assist with payroll-related calculations, including retroactive pay, and other general accounting tasks as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Short Hills, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their corporate accounting team in Short Hills, NJ. The Staff Accountant will participate in the monthly book close process, prepare financial reportings, analyze GL accounts, and prepare reconciliations.The ideal Staff Accountant will have at minimum of 1-2 years' experience in either the insurance, financial services, or large regional to Big 4 public accounting in an accounting or assurance role, hands on experience with monthly close activities, and strong Excel and systems skills.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary to Hire
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a real estate and property organization in New York, New York. This contract opportunity with potential for a long-term role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing financial accuracy with property-related administrative support. The role will focus on maintaining reliable accounting records, coordinating housing and tax-related documentation, and partnering with internal and external contacts to keep essential processes moving efficiently. Responsibilities: • Record and maintain financial transactions in accounting systems, ensuring data is organized accurately for reporting and analysis. • Oversee insurance-related payments and documentation, including tracking renewal timelines and keeping policy records current. • Support the preparation and handling of documentation tied to rent assistance and exemption programs, including Section 8 and senior rent increase exemption records. • Maintain complete tenant accounting files and assist with adjustments connected to subsidies, exemptions, and other housing-related charges. • Prepare and track rent registration submissions while preserving accurate supporting documentation for compliance purposes. • Coordinate co-op tax abatement paperwork, application support, and ongoing record maintenance to help meet filing and compliance obligations. • Post journal entries, categorize financial activity, and summarize accounting information to support complete and accurate books. • Reconcile accounts, review debits and credits, and resolve discrepancies through the accounting platform. • Communicate with property managers, tenants, government representatives, and insurance contacts to address documentation, payment, and account-related matters.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Jamaica, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations in Jamaica, New York. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing transaction activity, and assisting with core month-end and account review processes. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Yardi Voyager and can confidently handle a mix of payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general accounting assignments. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions by processing accounts payable and overseeing accounts receivable activity. • Prepare and review bank reconciliations to ensure cash activity is accurately recorded and discrepancies are resolved promptly. • Reconcile balance sheet and other assigned accounts to maintain reliable and up-to-date financial records. • Record journal entries and support general ledger accuracy through consistent documentation and review. • Assist with tax-related accounting tasks, including support for sales tax tracking and corporate tax reporting needs. • Contribute to recurring close activities and provide accounting support for special projects as business needs arise. • Utilize Yardi Voyager to maintain accounting data, generate records, and support day-to-day financial operations.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Trenton, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The Grants Accountant manages the financial side of grant funding, ensuring expenses, budgets, and reports are accurate and compliant with grant requirements and accounting standards. Responsibilities include preparing reconciliations, tracking grant spending, reviewing invoices and payroll allocations, monitoring budgets, processing grant reports and reimbursements, maintaining audit-ready records, and supporting annual audits and grant closeouts. The role works closely with finance and program teams to ensure proper use of grant funds and accurate financial reporting. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, at least three years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and experience with accounting systems. Experience with nonprofit, healthcare, or grant-funded organizations is preferred.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support a leading luxury fashion and retail organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing core close activities with retail-focused financial support in a collaborative team setting. The position will contribute to reconciliations, reporting, and period-end accounting while helping maintain accurate financial records across multiple workstreams. Responsibilities: • Perform daily and monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and corporate credit cards, researching and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Support retail accounting operations by recording activity accurately and assisting with financial reporting tied to store and e-commerce transactions. • Prepare revenue-related analyses and assist with sales tax reporting to help ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close by posting journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and organizing supporting documentation. • Partner with accounting team members on special projects and additional assignments that arise during the coverage period. • Use SAP and other accounting tools to maintain financial data, generate reports, and support routine accounting processes. • Collaborate with a finance and accounting team to help keep deadlines on track and maintain strong internal coordination.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Contract position based in White Plains, New York. This role will focus on financial reporting, account analysis, reconciliations, and budget support while helping leadership maintain accurate visibility into the organization’s financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, sound tax and reporting experience, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment with regular hours and flexible scheduling. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review financial statements and recurring reports, including balance sheets and profit and loss summaries, to support accurate month-to-month reporting. • Reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, investigate variances, and correct discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records. • Record journal entries and oversee daily accounting activity related to assets, liabilities, expenses, and revenue. • Partner with finance leadership to develop budgets, update forecasts, and provide analysis that supports planning and business decisions. • Evaluate spending patterns across departments and highlight opportunities to improve cost control and financial efficiency. • Support corporate and sales tax activities by assisting with tax reporting, compliance review, and related documentation. • Conduct audit support work by examining records, validating transactions, and helping resolve exceptions identified during reviews. • Monitor changes in accounting and tax regulations and apply updated guidance to reporting and compliance practices. • Assist with accounts payable tracking and invoice-related processes, including work connected to NetSuite and vendor payment workflows.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper

Clark, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
A growing transportation company in Clark seeks a Staff Accountant or Bookkeeper to add to their staff due to expansion. The successful candidate will have one plus years of experience in accounts receivable. accounts payable and bank reconciliations. The company offers a hybrid work schedule and opportunity for advancement. The benefits include a 401k plan, medical and dental insurance.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Hazlet, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join a respected CPA firm in New Jersey. This position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage tax preparation work across multiple entity types while also supporting core financial reporting activities. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative firm environment and join a team that values accuracy, client service, and strong technical accounting knowledge. Benefits: Medical / Dental/ Vison / PTO Responsibilities:• Prepare and review tax filings for individual and business clients, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission.• Compile and organize financial data needed to support tax reporting and ongoing accounting work.• Produce financial statements and related reports in accordance with firm standards and client needs.• Handle day-to-day tax accounting tasks, including reconciling records and maintaining supporting documentation.• Use QuickBooks to record, review, and manage client financial information for reporting and tax preparation purposes.• Work closely with internal team members to address client accounting questions and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Woodbridge, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The benefits include healthcare, dental, and vision, flexible hours and closed on Fridays except for tax season. A specialized tax preparation firm in the Woodbridge area seeks a Tax Accountant to handle the review of individual (1040) tax returns. This opportunity is unique because the Tax Accountant can work flexible hours four days per week with Fridays off for nine months out of the year. The firm is closed on Fridays except for tax season. If you have a strong individual (1040) background, you qualify. Some corporate tax is ideal but not required. To apply email a resume in a Word format to Robert Half. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970. Salary is open depending on experience.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Wall, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Benefits:<ul><li>401(k) </li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely tax filings in compliance with regulations</li><li>Perform tax research and stay current on changing tax laws</li><li>Assist with tax planning strategies and identify opportunities for savings</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions</li><li>Reconcile tax accounts and support financial reporting processes</li></ul>
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Asbury Park, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Paid Holidays</li><li>Supportive work environment</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.</li><li>Review financial records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Assist clients with tax compliance and filing requirements.</li><li>Conduct tax research and communicate findings to management and clients.</li><li>Identify tax-saving opportunities and assist with tax planning initiatives.</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Branchburg, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
South Jersey client within the construction/manufacturing industry is looking to staff a Cost Accountant with a strong background in standard costing and can thrive in a product-based environment. In this role, you will review and control costs related to inventory, provide financial analysis, perform product manufacturing analysis, report on daily inventory, oversee the billing process, create and implement standard costs, perform audits, manage and update costs estimates, assist with client invoicing, follow-up on collection efforts, and research and resolve invoicing or billing discrepancies. The successful candidate will have proven product cost experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent time management skills. What you get to do everyday· Maintain and analyze standard costs, ensuring accuracy across products, inventory, and manufacturing processes. · Prepare cost analyses, inventory valuations, and variance reporting to support operational and financial decision-making. · Partner with operations and production teams to investigate material, labor, and overhead variances while identifying opportunities for cost improvements. · Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting. · Monitor inventory transactions and support cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure inventory accuracy. · Prepare and maintain cost accounting schedules, reports, and supporting documentation. · Ensure accounting records and financial reporting are maintained in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). · Collaborate with cross-functional departments to improve financial processes and strengthen internal controls. · Support budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as needed.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Bridgewater, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing-focused finance team in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This position plays a central role in monthly close activities, inventory accounting, and cost analysis, while supporting accurate financial reporting across the organization. The role also partners with operational and finance stakeholders locally and globally to deliver meaningful insights on product costs, inventory performance, and consolidated results. Responsibilities: • Lead key month-end accounting activities related to manufacturing operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial close support. • Establish and maintain annual standard costs for locally produced items in collaboration with supply chain and operational teams. • Analyze monthly inventory results, including cost of goods sold fluctuations and finished goods balances, to identify trends and explain variances. • Perform regular reviews of inventory reserves and obsolescence exposure, recommending adjustments where appropriate. • Reconcile inventory records against supplier reporting and investigate discrepancies to resolution. • Maintain schedules for prepaid insurance, monitor renewal activity, and record related amortization entries. • Prepare financial analyses and supporting schedules for corporate reporting, consolidated results, and management review. • Partner with cross-functional teams and international colleagues to support accounting processes and respond to ad hoc finance requests.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Trust Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Trust Accountant to support financial operations in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining the accuracy of trust accounting records, reconciling cash activity, and ensuring the general ledger reflects complete and timely information. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills and a disciplined approach to handling account balances, journal activity, and banking transactions. Responsibilities: • Maintain trust accounting records and monitor account activity to support accurate financial reporting. • Perform regular bank and cash reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items promptly. • Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate documentation to keep financial records current and accurate. • Review general ledger activity for completeness, consistency, and alignment with supporting trust account detail. • Track daily transactions affecting trust balances and ensure all entries are recorded in accordance with established procedures. • Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify account variances and support month-end close activities. • Assist with updates to accounting processes or systems when needed, including documenting changes that affect trust accounting workflows.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Princeton, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join our team in Princeton, NJ on a contract basis with the potential to become permanent. This position will manage payroll accounting activities from payroll execution through reconciliation and financial close, helping ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on payroll experience, and a disciplined approach to maintaining precise payroll records in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Administer biweekly and monthly payroll cycles for employees across multiple sites, ensuring timely and accurate completion.• Examine payroll activity including compensation, deductions, taxes, benefit withholdings, and garnishments to confirm accuracy and resolve exceptions.• Reconcile payroll output to general ledger balances and research discrepancies to support clean financial records.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments to support accurate accounting treatment.• Manage payroll balance sheet accounts and complete recurring reconciliations as part of the monthly close process.• Record payroll taxes, employee withholdings, and employer-paid liabilities correctly in accordance with accounting standards.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities tied to payroll and compensation reporting.• Review payroll expense trends and explain variances to finance stakeholders when needed.• Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance teams to address payroll issues, improve data accuracy, and support audit requests with schedules and documentation.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

178 results for Staff Accountant in Warren, NJ