Staff Accountant - Somerset, NJ - Hybrid

JOB SUMMARY The Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation and analysis of various financial reports, statements and data in compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX). RESPONSIBILITIES • Compile financial information to perform routine accounting processes such as general ledger entries and Balance Sheet account reconciliations as well as Profit & Loss variance analysis. • Prepare consolidated internal and external financial statements by analyzing information from the general ledger along with collaboration from department leads. • Analyze financial information to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers. • Prepare payments by accruing expenses; assigning account numbers; requesting disbursements; reconciling accounts and preparing quarterly calculations. • Update daily cash schedules using bank statements used for cash reconciliation at end of month. • Assist with the preparation of annual Profit Plan and miscellaneous projects. • Prepare payroll journal entries • Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data. • Participate in the maintenance and oversight of company record keeping. QUALIFICATIONS Education • Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent from 2 year college or technical school. • Bachelor degree in Accounting preferred. Experience • 3-5 years related accounting experience • Preferred: 5-7 years related accounting experience Skills • Advanced computer skills and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office programs with an emphasis on Excel. • Experience with online accounting systems. PeopleSoft preferred. • Exposure to general ledger accounting and financial statement reporting. • Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and professional interactive skills. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and inter-department staff. Capable of working with internal staff from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner. • Customer Service - Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance as needed. Follow up as needed. • Planning / Organization - Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities/deadlines and shift priorities as necessary. Uses time effectively. • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. • Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Makes timely decisions. • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Follows through on commitments. • Team player attitude with the ability to work independently. • Detail-oriented with outstanding levels of accuracy, while analyzing complex financial information. Physical Demands and Work Environment • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. • This position will primarily work in an office environment. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. • This position may require evening and weekend work depending on business needs. Apply tot his job