Staff Accountant

Robert Half - Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Staff Accountant position at Robert Half offers a contract-to-hire opportunity within the Real Estate & Property industry, located in Parsippany, New Jersey. This role involves a combination of remote and on-site work, focusing on various accounting tasks such as account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries. The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Dynamics, and it provides a chance to engage in financial management and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Execute account analysis to ensure accurate financial records
• Undertake reconciliations of accounts to rectify discrepancies
• Prepare and make journal entries for financial transactions
• Maintain the General Ledger to ensure all financial data is recorded
• Handle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) to manage cash flow
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data organization, including v-lookups and pivot tables
• Perform Month End Close tasks to finalize financial records for the month
• Use MS Dynamics platform for efficient management of accounting tasks
• Continuously monitor customer accounts and take appropriate actions when necessary
• Process customer credit applications accurately and efficiently to facilitate financial transactions.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management
• Familiarity with General Ledger maintenance and Journal Entries
• Experience in Month End Close procedures
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively
• Knowledge of real estate and property industry is a plus
• Ethical conduct and integrity in financial management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan