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Staff Accountant

Atlantic Group
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Job Overview – Staff Accountant :

Step into a key role as a Staff Accountant with our client in Newark, DE. This opportunity is ideal for an early-career professional looking to expand their expertise in financial reporting, compliance, and process optimization. In this role, you'll contribute to month-end close activities, financial statement preparation, account reconciliation, and SOX compliance while collaborating with finance teams and auditors.

Compensation : $70,000 – $75,000 / year bonus

Location : Newark, DE

Schedule : Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Responsibilities as the Staff Accountant :

  • Financial Reporting & Compliance : Record financial transactions and ensure GAAP, FASB, and SOX compliance.
  • Month-End Close & Analysis : Assist with monthly close processes, variance analysis, and accurate financial reporting.
  • Account Reconciliation : Prepare and review reconciliations while ensuring SOX compliance.
  • Regulatory Compliance : Assist with financial reporting and regulatory filings in accordance with industry standards and compliance requirements.
  • FP&A Collaboration : Work with FP&A teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  • Audit & Process Improvement : Support audits and identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes.

Qualifications for the Staff Accountant :

  • Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required (MBA preferred).
  • Certification : CPA preferred.
  • Experience : 1-2 years in Big 4, Tier 2, regional public, or corporate accounting with expertise in financial reporting, bank reconciliation, and compliance.
  • Technical Proficiency : Strong understanding of GAAP, FASB, and SOX compliance, with experience in account reconciliations and financial reporting software.
  • Skills & Attributes : Detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, plus excellent collaboration, leadership, and communication abilities.
  • Industry Knowledge : Exposure to regulatory or utility reporting, SEC compliance, or the broader energy sector is preferred.
  • Technology & Software : Proficiency in ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and advanced Excel functions.
  • Application Notice : Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

    ID #43322

    Salary : $70,000 - $75,000

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