Staff Accountant Opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Secaucus, New Jersey. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential accounting processes and support financial operations within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in corporate tax, general ledger management, and journal entries, along with experience in SAP and the retail sector.
Responsibilities :
- Perform daily audits by reconciling cash and receivables and uploading transaction data.
- Handle month-end closing activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries to maintain proper accounting records.
- Provide support in accounts payable tasks, including invoice processing and vendor management.
- Manage corporate and sales tax processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Assist in the preparation and review of corporate tax returns.
- Maintain and update the general ledger to reflect accurate financial data.
- Utilize SAP for accounting operations and reporting purposes.
- Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting procedures and improve efficiency.
- Apply knowledge of retail accounting practices to support business operations.
Requirements :
Proven experience in corporate tax, including sales tax and tax return preparation.Strong proficiency in journal entries and general ledger management.Familiarity with SAP software for accounting and reporting.Background in retail accounting processes and financial operations.Excellent attention to detail and ability to reconcile financial discrepancies.Solid understanding of month-end and year-end closing procedures.Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate within a finance team.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.