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Accounting Now

Senior Accountant

Accounting Now, Princeton, New Jersey, us, 08543


An Engineering company in Somerset County is a growing Civil Engineering firm with office locations across New Jersey and PennsylvaniaThe firm provides land development and municipal engineering services.They are looking for a

Senior Accountant

for our growing FirmThis person will part of the internal operations team and work in their Somerset County officeThis individual will report to the Accounting Manager and help support the companys financial ancial processThis is a full-time role.Primary Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:Perform monthly general ledger close through to the trial balancePrepare and record monthly journal entriesPrepare journal entries for required reclassifications, and monthly accruals

Record company payroll/tax disbursement and journal entries for pay, taxes, 401k and FSA

Maintain monthly prepayment and amortization schedules

Maintain monthly bank reconciliations

Prepare monthly account analysis and reconciliations

Perform monthly corporate credit card reconciliations

Review expense reports to ensure compliance with companys policy

Ensure all A/P invoices, expenses, check requests, etcare processed accurately and timely

Prepare and issue 1099s to consultants/vendors

Compile materials for year-end financial statements and tax planning for outside accounting firm

Identify and resolve financial discrepancies

Ad-hoc reporting and special projects, as requested

Other duties as assigned by the Controller

Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in accounting or business3+ years of accounting experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office with superior Excel skillsArchitecture and Engineering (A&E) Industry experience preferred

Proficiency in Deltek Vision a strong plusHighly analytical with strong writing and verbal communications skillsHighly organized with an eye for detail and problem solving

Ability to prioritize and work in a team environment and independently

Excellent time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines

Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding company accounts

Benefits:The company offers group health insurance including medical coverage through Blue Cross / Blue Shield, dental and vision coverage.Additional benefits include 401(k) savings plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick days, life insurance, long term disability, voluntary long term care coverage, tuition reimbursement and a flexible spending planSalary is commensurate with experience.