Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting activities for a growing financial services organization in New Jersey. This position will contribute to revenue-related accounting, month-end close, and financial analysis while helping strengthen reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. The role also offers the opportunity to collaborate with Finance and Operations leadership in a fast-paced, expanding business environment.

Responsibilities:
• Handle accounting for advisory-related revenue, review billing activity, and ensure revenue collections are accurately reconciled.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules tied to the monthly close process.
• Evaluate revenue performance and operating data to identify trends, variances, and areas requiring attention.
• Improve accounting workflows by introducing more efficient processes, automation, and stronger internal controls.
• Assist with acquisition-related accounting needs, business integrations, and implementation of new operational platforms.
• Create and maintain key performance indicators and recurring reports to support financial and operational decision-making.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to entry-level accounting staff while helping maintain team productivity and quality standards.
• Support general ledger accuracy and contribute to tax-related accounting activities, including areas such as corporate and sales tax support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Prior experience leading or supervising staff within financial services, wealth management, broker-dealer, or similar environments.
• Strong background in revenue accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger activity.
• Experience working in high-growth organizations or supporting acquisition and integration efforts is preferred.
• Knowledge of corporate tax, sales tax, and related accounting support responsibilities is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.

Compensation

$110,000.00-$125,000.00 Yearly

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