Senior Corporate Accountant

Kforce has a client seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant in Lakewood, NJ. This role involves preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses. The accountant will support month-end and year-end close processes, assist with financial statement preparation, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities also include managing fixed asset accounting, lease schedules, and assisting with tax filings. The position requires collaboration on audits, special projects, and process improvement initiatives, as well as support for system integrations.

Must Have

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and regulations.
• Manage fixed asset accounting and lease schedules.
• Assist with tax filings and related reporting requirements.
• Collaborate on audits, special projects, and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide support for system integrations and other strategic projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Good to Have

• Knowledge of GAAP
• Experience with process improvement initiatives

Perks & Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA
• FSA
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• ADD insurance
• Paid time off (for salaried personnel)

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant in Lakewood, NJ.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
• Support month-end and year-end close processes and assist with financial statement preparation
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and applicable regulations
• Manage fixed asset accounting and lease schedules
• Assist with tax filings and related reporting requirements
• Collaborate on audits, special projects, and process improvement initiatives
• Provide support for system integrations and other strategic projects as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including general ledger and financial reporting
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of GAAP and experience with process improvement initiatives preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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