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Robert Half Staff Accountant in Newark, New Jersey
Description
If you're looking to further your career as a Staff or Senior Accountant, the innovative team at Robert Half is currently offering a permanent opportunity in the Logistics industry that you might be interested in. As a Staff Accountant, you will be in charge of preparing journal entries, monthly and year-end closings, bank reconciliation, fixed asset maintenance and general ledger reconciliation. During the monthly close, various aspects of internal reporting will be under your responsibility. You will lend your skills in assisting the development and implementation of accounting policies. In addition, you will review schedules for the reporting processes, take part in compliance, and interact with our external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits. This position is very complex as it plays a part in the production of Financial Statements, Cash Flow projections, and Budgets. Located in the Newark, New Jersey area, this position is a challenging, multi-faceted opportunity to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work.
Responsibilities
Partake in various department-wide initiatives
Arrange schedules for capital lease and monthly payments
Organize and review a variety of financial data, reporting it in a way that is useful and understandable
Regular maintenance and reconciliation of journal entries
Contribute to the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP
Produce analyses for monthly balance sheets and income statements for reporting by management
Become well-versed in month end balance sheet account reconciliations
Manage depreciation, fixed asset ledgers, and reconciliation
Compose journal entries and conduct the month end close with minimal supervision
Handle intercompany transactions, billings, and reconciliation
-Assist with maintaining leases and compliance with ASC 842
Assemble journal entries and thorough account reconciliations that include, but are not limited to, cash, prepaid expenses, and payroll
Support the month end, quarter end and year end closing process by preparing monthly financial close workbooks
Requirements - Spreadsheet and database capabilities
Recent and relevant accounting experience
BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics
Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities
Efficient in ERP systems
Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills
Dedication and requisite skills to meet critical business deadlines
Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Excel experience desired
Detailed and have the ability work independently
Proficient with spreadsheets and databases
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high pressure environment, to prioritize deals and adapt to quick changes while remaining diligent
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