Accountant

Oversee and assist with core accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance activities. This role involves maintaining monthly financial records, aiding in budget and audit preparations, supporting cross-functional payroll and tax needs, and providing reliable internal and external customer support across various department functions.

Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of our Little Falls, NJ office and be able to work on-site as business needs require.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation and integrity of the monthly financial statements, account analyses, and journal entries.
• Work closely with Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to act as a backup in payroll.
• Prepare and gather information for annual 1099 reporting.
• Assist with month-end close process.
• Responsible for preparing sales tax & VAT reporting for applicable areas.
• Responsible for project accounting and fixed assets for ACORD.
• Support internal and external customer needs and maintain an expected level of "customer service."
• Assist with customer invoicing for ACORD.
• Assist with reviewing of expense accounts.
• Assist in preparation for audits by providing explanations for analysis for the quarterly & year-end reviews.
• Maintain and compile information for Budgeting and Forecasting purposes.
• Assist with special projects, as business needs arise.

Education & Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Excellent verbal and business writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with automated General Ledger systems.
• Excellent verbal and business writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Adaptability and willingness to learn additional accounting responsibilities and systems.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years relevant accounting experience.
• Strong background in understanding Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Proficient with automated General Ledger systems.
• Produced accurate, complete, and well-supported accounting work on schedule.