Sr. Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations for a retail organization in Wayne, New Jersey. This Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial data, supporting the monthly close cycle, and helping ensure timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment. This role requires SAP.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accuracy of financial records by managing general ledger activity and supporting routine accounting operations.

• Prepare journal entries, perform detailed account analysis, and help drive the monthly close process to completion on schedule.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts each month and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial reporting.

• Assist in building annual budgets and forecasting models by reviewing historical results and performance trends.

• Deliver accounting reports within established timelines while maintaining a high standard of precision and completeness.

• Respond to internal and external requests for financial information, review statements for accuracy, and provide audit support when needed.

• Help maintain adherence to company accounting policies, financial controls, and applicable reporting requirements.

• Provide support to analysts and cross-functional team members as business needs require.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with month-end close activities in a senior-level accounting capacity.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting processes.
• Proven ability to prepare and review journal entries with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience completing account reconciliations, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to identify variances and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring reporting deadlines.
• Comfortable supporting audits and responding to requests for financial documentation and analysis.

Compensation

$52.25-$60.50 Hourly

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