We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a finance team in Parsippany, New Jersey and contribute to enterprise-wide reporting, close, and analytical activities. This position will work closely with accounting and finance leaders to support consolidated reporting, strengthen financial visibility, and deliver timely insights for decision-making. The role is well suited for an individual who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with a hands-on approach to reconciliation, reporting, and process support.
Responsibilities:
- Lead month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and helping ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Contribute to consolidation and reporting processes for global operations, including the preparation of supporting schedules and analysis used by finance leadership.
- Develop, review, and maintain cash flow reporting and forecast information to improve visibility into business performance and liquidity trends.
- Analyze financial statements and operating results across multiple reporting entities, identifying variances, trends, and areas requiring follow-up.
- Maintain integrity within reporting structures and support oversight of the global chart of accounts to promote consistency in financial data.
- Complete account and bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding items in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Respond to audit requests and management inquiries by assembling accurate documentation, explanations, and financial analysis.
- Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting needs, partnering with accounting and finance stakeholders to address evolving business requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- At least 3 years of public accounting experience.
- Background with Big 4 or a large regional public accounting firm is strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, general ledger activity, and account analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills with the ability to organize, analyze, and present financial data effectively.
- Experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Oracle financial systems is preferred.