Jobs · Accounting · New Jersey

Accounting Manager

Robert Half · Howell, NJ · 3 mo ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure reporting is completed accurately and within required timeframes.
  • Prepare and review advanced journal entries, including accruals, deferrals, and other period-end adjustments.
  • Oversee the general ledger by validating account activity, correcting discrepancies, and maintaining reliable financial records.
  • Perform and supervise account reconciliations to support balance sheet accuracy and resolve outstanding variances promptly.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors by providing schedules, explanations, and supporting documentation during financial statement audits.
  • Monitor adherence to organizational and corporate accounting standards, reinforcing consistent application of internal policies.
  • Identify inefficiencies in the close process and implement improvements that shorten reporting cycles and enhance accuracy.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience managing month-end close and related financial reporting activities.
  • Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation practices.
  • Ability to prepare and evaluate complex journal entries with a high level of accuracy.
  • Experience supporting or coordinating financial statement audit requirements.
  • Solid understanding of accrual-based accounting and period-end adjustment processes.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate discrepancies and recommend corrective action.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across accounting and business teams.

Qualifications

Must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. CPA certification is preferred but not required.

Skills

  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
  • Sound judgment
  • Process-improvement mindset

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)

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