Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a team in Parsippany, New Jersey on a Long-term Contract basis. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist with strong general ledger experience who can support core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and contribute to timely close activities. The position offers the opportunity to work across key accounting functions while helping strengthen compliance, reporting accuracy, and process efficiency.

Responsibilities:
• Record, examine, and post journal entries to support accurate financial reporting across the accounting cycle.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual close procedures by preparing entries, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Monitor general ledger activity and reconcile accounts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and proper classification.
• Develop audit-ready schedules and assemble supporting documentation for internal and external review requests.
• Apply company policies and internal control standards to daily accounting work while maintaining compliance with organizational requirements.
• Complete detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances or outstanding items in a timely manner.
• Provide accounting support in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset tracking when business needs require it.
• Recommend practical improvements to accounting workflows that enhance efficiency, consistency, and data accuracy.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
• Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accounts.
• Knowledge of corporate tax concepts, including exposure to corporate tax returns and sales tax processes.
• Ability to perform account and balance sheet reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
• Experience assisting with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.
• Familiarity with audit support preparation and compiling financial backup documentation.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, accounting policies, and standard financial procedures.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

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