Staff Accountant

1 week ago


Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Jackson Hewitt Inc. Full time
Job Description

The Staff Accountant applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Reviews all reporting activity pertaining to account reconciliations and other miscellaneous duties. The Staff Accountant must consistently and efficiently perform and follow procedures in compliance to the company.

This is a hybrid position, working two days a week in our headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the accounting of company cash balance, book vs bank reconciliations.
  • Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of company cash flow statement.
  • Responsible for the accounting of company debt, interest expense and deferred financing costs.
  • Responsible for the preparation of other miscellaneous balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Overall ownership of external legal fee accruals in preparation of detailed analysis between Actual vs Budget.
  • Prepare standard journal entries, supplemental schedules, and variance analysis.
  • Ownership of key management reporting departmental income statements.
  • Assist with external audit requests and maintain appropriate documentation.
  • Perform other ad-hoc tasks and special projects as required by management.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
  • 1-2 years of accounting experience, with CPA firm in auditing preferred but not required.
  • Demonstrates understanding between accrual vs cash-basis accounting concepts.
  • CPA licensure or track goal towards examination, but not required.
  • Basic understanding of accounting and financial reporting or ERP systems.
  • Moderate skills in MS Excel – filter, group, map, sorting, V-Lookups, pivot tables and articulate formulas.
  • Excellent communication skills and acute business acumen.
  • Seeking a collaborative individual with the ability to take direction from management.
  • Moderate numeracy and analytical skills.
  • Basic problem-solving and time management skills.
  • Detail oriented and ability to work under pressure/tight deadlines, to learn quickly, take initiative, adjust and respond to a fast-paced, changing environment with dynamic business condition.
  • Determined ability to work independently and able to propose solutions with acute decision making.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary + Bonus
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off + 12 Paid Holidays
  • Fidelity 401k + Match
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP, Supplemental, Life, STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Commuter
  • Wellness activities throughout the year
  • Parental Leave, Elder Care Leave, Volunteer Time Off
  • Education Assistance (Reimbursement) Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Company Celebrations, Appreciation Events, and Team Building
  • Business casual dress with jeans daily
  • Innovative culture with an open and collaborative environment
  • Ample opportunity to develop core and new skillsets and have a stake in your own success
  • Freedom to create your best work and make a visible impact on the organization
  • Opportunities for advancement within the organization with a dedicated internal hiring process

  • Staff Accountant

    1 month ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Neptune Retail Solutions Full time

    Job Title: Staff AccountantWe are seeking a highly skilled Staff Accountant to join our team at Neptune Retail Solutions. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our financial reporting.Responsibilities:Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of month-end and year-end closing activities,...

  • Staff Accountant

    2 weeks ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Neptune Retail Solutions Full time

    Job Title: Staff AccountantNeptune Retail Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Staff Accountant to join our team. As a key member of our accounting department, you will be responsible for assisting in month-end and year-end closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries and analysis of general ledger accounts.Responsibilities:Assist in the...

  • Staff Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Neptune Retail Solutions Full time

    Job SummaryAs a Staff Accountant at Neptune Retail Solutions, you will play a key role in assisting with month-end and year-end closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries. You will also be responsible for analyzing and reconciling related general ledger accounts, recording daily cash activity, and reconciling bank accounts....

  • Staff Accountant

    1 month ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Sims Metal Full time

    About Sims MetalSims Metal is a global leader in metal recycling, playing a crucial role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As responsible corporate citizens, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring a bright, safe, and secure future.Job OverviewThe Staff Accountant...

  • Staff Accountant

    2 weeks ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Sims Metal Full time

    About Sims MetalSims Metal is a global leader in metal recycling, playing a crucial role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As responsible corporate citizens, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring a bright, safe, and secure future in our long history.Job OverviewThe...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Senko, Inc. Full time

    Job SummaryThe Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the accounting team at Senko, Inc., responsible for supporting all aspects of the company's financial operations. This role involves assisting with month-end closing, annual budget planning, and tracking financial data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, excellent...

  • Staff Accountant

    6 days ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Neptune Retail Solutions Full time

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIESAs a key member of our team at Neptune Retail Solutions, you will assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries. You will also analyze and reconcile related general ledger accounts, record daily cash activity, and reconcile bank accounts. Additionally, you will process and close...

  • Account Manager

    5 days ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States CBRE Full time

    About the Role:This position is responsible for overseeing a small to medium-sized team responsible for delivering all client commitments. The Account Manager will provide formal supervision to employees, monitor the training and development of staff, conduct performance evaluations and coaching, and oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.Key...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States The Wilner Group Full time

    Job Title: Senior Property AccountantThe Wilner Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Property Accountant to join our team. As a Senior Property Accountant, you will be responsible for reviewing, guiding, and mentoring Property Staff Accountants, maintaining work papers, and assisting in the preparation of audited financial statements and tax returns.Key...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Tact Staff Full time

    Tact Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN with experience in Pediatric Intensive Care to join their dynamic team in New Jersey. As a travel nurse, you will have the opportunity to take on new challenges, explore a new place, and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level.About the RoleThis 13-week assignment offers a $2,389/week salary and...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Kuehne + Nagel Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join our Finance team in Jersey City. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing trade payables for our Accounts Payable Department across multiple companies.You will be working in a collaborative environment with 3 Managers within the Accounts Payable group and 1...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Jobot Full time

    Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Controller to join our team at Jobot. As a key member of our accounting department, you will be responsible for managing accounting staff, assisting with property budgets/forecasts, monthly closing processes, AR/AP, cash management, and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards. ResponsibilitiesSupervise...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Worldwide Placement Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounting Manager to join our team at Worldwide Placement. As a key member of our accounting team, you will be responsible for managing financial accounts, overseeing the accounting staff, and implementing process improvements.Key Responsibilities:Manage financial accounts for the Parent company & 1...

  • Accounting Manager

    5 days ago


    Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Summit Health Inc Full time

    About Our CompanyWe're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying healthcare and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes, and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Axiom Path Full time

    Job OverviewAxiom Path is seeking a highly skilled Accounts Payable Manager to join our team. As a key member of our financial operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the full-cycle accounts payable process for trade expenses.Key Responsibilities:Manage the registration, approval, payment execution, and subledger accuracy for trade...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Axiom Path Full time

    Job OverviewAxiom Path is seeking a highly skilled Accounts Payable Manager to join our team. This role will oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process for trade expenses, ensuring timely and accurate processing.Key Responsibilities:Manage the registration, approval, payment execution, and subledger accuracy for trade expenses.Liaise with key suppliers...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Blackstone Restaurant Full time

    Job SummaryBlackstone is seeking a highly skilled Fund Accounting Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our fund finance group, you will be responsible for the day-to-day fund accounting, administration, and reporting of our open-ended monthly priced retail fund.Key ResponsibilitiesWork directly with internal and external teams to validate...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Summit Health Inc Full time

    Accounting Operations ManagerWe're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying healthcare and bringing a more connected kind of care.Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes, and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical,...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Axiom Path Full time

    Job OverviewAxiom Path is seeking a highly skilled Accounts Payable Manager to join our team. As a key member of our finance department, you will be responsible for overseeing the full-cycle accounts payable process for trade expenses.Key Responsibilities:Manage the registration, approval, payment execution, and subledger accuracy for trade expenses.Liaise...


  • Jersey City, New Jersey, United States Feldman Automotive Group Full time

    Feldman Automotive Group Job OpportunityWe are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join our administrative team as an Accounts Payable Clerk. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, maintaining accurate records, and providing exceptional support to our staff.Key...