Senior Accountant

Full Time
Piscataway, NJ
Posted
Job description

At JESCO, we advocate a strong work-life balance as our employees excel, develop and advance. We are looking for talented career-minded individuals who are not afraid of wearing many hats and will embrace new challenges. If this is you, and you are a qualified candidate for one of our career opportunities, then tell us all about yourself.

Basic Function

As a senior accountant, you will analyze complex financial records and reports. Senior accountants regulate and authenticate financial transactions. You maintain a ledger to ensure effectiveness and accuracy of all accounting task. It is your job to balance accounts and confirm and verify bank statements on behalf of the company. You will need experience using electronic ledger systems.

Responsibilities

  • Create and analyze liability, asset, and capital accounts by compiling electronic data and required documentation
  • Summarize and prepare financial status and transactions reports, including a profit and loss statement, and other necessary reports
  • Comply with all federal, state, and local protocols including legal requirements, and interpret new and existing legislation
  • Create a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual for accounting policy and regulations and roll out reconciliation procedures
  • Monitor and maintain a new audit system by implementing new policies and procedures in the finance department
  • Guide junior accountants and other staff by answering questions and coordinating informational classes
  • Focus on tax compliance (sales, use, personal, and motor vehicle) contract review.
  • Play a vital part in the company’s financial management which includes all account reconciliations and reporting to necessary parties
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • 3 years of experience as senior accountant
  • 5+ years of experience working with intercompany transactions and reconciliation in preparation for audit
  • Experience with International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) tax returns and related specialized taxes regarding motor vehicles
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a leadership role and supervise up to five junior-level subordinates
  • Working knowledge in tax filing and tax compliance as it pertains to state and federal level regulations
  • Experience in budget creation for your own department to coordinate team training and certifications
  • Thorough understanding of financial application security ensuring that all financial data is secure and complies with confidentiality policies
  • Required knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong Communicator
  • Ability to handle a large volume of tasks with accuracy
  • Demonstrated ability to support all other department within the company and coordinate training and information sessions

Operate Standard Office Equipment including:

  • Multi-line telephone
  • Calculator
  • Computer, printer, scanner
  • Photocopy machine
  • Fax machine

Education/Training/Licenses:

  • Degree: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
  • 4 – 8 years of experience in accounting

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401K Plan + Match
  • Paid time off
  • Short/Long Term Disability
  • Growth opportunities
  • American Funds/College America 529 Savings Plan (college savings plan)
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program) – includes three (3) free counseling sessions
  • Paid Training
  • Family owned and operated
  • Long term job security
  • Health and wellness
  • Paid Holidays
  • Discounts on products
  • Above average industry pay

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,257.37 - $89,428.23 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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