JOB TYPE: Direct Hire
LOCATION: Princeton, NJ
REMOTE / ONSITE: Onsite
POSTED: Sep 15, 2025
Our client is a growing organization seeking an experienced accounting professional to support their Finance team in a Staff Accountant capacity.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$50k – $60k
Position Overview:
The Staff Accountant will manage accounts payable, process expense reports, assist with journal entries, perform reconciliations, and support month-end and year-end close processes. This role requires a detail-oriented professional capable of maintaining accurate records, supporting internal controls, and collaborating with multiple departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
Responsibilities of the Staff Accountant:
- Process accounts payable and manage expense reimbursements, ensuring all supporting documentation is collected and properly recorded.
- Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and credit card charges in accordance with organizational policies.
- Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and record journal entries as needed.
- Assist with bank and investment reconciliations.
- Prepare financial reports and analyses for department managers and senior leadership.
- Support budget preparation, including creation of schedules and review of variances.
- Assist with year-end audit preparation, tax filings, and compliance reporting.
- Provide guidance and training to staff on finance and accounting procedures as needed.
- Perform general administrative support for the finance department.
Required Experience/Skills for the Staff Accountant:
- 3+ years of accounts payable and general accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite; ability to analyze and manipulate data efficiently.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- High level of professional discretion and confidentiality.
Preferred Experience/Skills for the Staff Accountant:
- Experience with NetSuite accounting software.
- Prior experience supporting budget preparation or audit processes.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision.
- PTO.
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