Our esteemed client in Middlesex County, New Jersey is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join there growing accounting team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of accounting experience in a wholesale or retail environment, with a solid understanding of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and operational accounting processes. This role plays a critical part in supporting the financial health of the organization through accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including inventory, COGS, sales, and expense accounts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, inventory control) to ensure accurate financial data.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Support accounts payable and receivable functions as needed, including vendor payment processing and customer invoicing.
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment of inventory purchases, transfers, and shrinkage.
• Help coordinate and provide support for internal and external audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline accounting processes.
• Stay current on accounting standards and industry practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the wholesale, retail, or distribution industry.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Ascendo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Nicholas Umbro