Senior Accountant (CPA Preferred)
Description
About the Role
A well-established CPA and advisory firm in Union County, New Jersey, is looking for a Senior Accountant to serve as the dedicated accounting lead for one of its largest and most valued clients. This is a high-visibility position with real ownership: you'll be the go-to resource for the account, working closely with firm leadership and the client's team to keep the financials accurate, organized, and on schedule.
This is an on-site role based at the firm's Cranford office, with regular visits to the client's nearby location. It's a great fit for a detail-oriented accountant who enjoys face-to-face client work and wants to make a visible impact.
What You'll Do
- Own day-to-day accounting for a key local client account and serve as the primary point of contact for financial matters
- Prepare, review, and reconcile financial records, financial statements, and general ledger activity
- Support month-end close and financial reporting with accuracy and attention to deadlines
- Maintain clean, well-organized financial data in Sage accounting software
- Work on-site at the client's location as needed to support operations and build a strong working relationship
- Communicate clearly with firm leadership and client stakeholders on deliverables, deadlines, and issues
- Help scale accounting support as the account ramps up
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- 3-5 years of professional accounting experience
- CPA strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience with Sage accounting software strongly preferred
- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Responsible, dependable, and comfortable owning a client relationship
- Must be able to commute to Cranford, NJ, and travel to a nearby client site
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
Skills
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- Are you able to work on-site in Cranford, NJ?
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