What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at WatsonBarron Group?
Our client, a well-respected company with offices in Northern NJ has an opening for a Senior Accountant within the Corporate Accounting team. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including a 401(K) savings plan with Company match, medical and life insurance, and other incentives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Prepares and analyzes monthly internal financial statements ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Reviews source documentation and verifies proper coding.
- Prepares journal entries to amortize prepaids, record accruals, and coding corrections in accordance with GAAP.
- Works with Corporate, Regional and / or Divisional personnel to close general ledger monthly.
- Completes assigned account reconciliations monthly, researching and resolving any issues identified.
- Performs analysis of actual to budget variances.
- Responds to financial inquiries in a timely and accurate manner.
- Prepares schedules and financial statements for internal and external audits.
- Assist Accounting Manager and Director of Accounting by assembling and presenting any requested information necessary for the preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Responsible for special projects / reports as assigned.
- Perform miscellaneous position-related duties as assigned.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
