Staff Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support a client portfolio from Chatham, New Jersey in a Long-term Contract role. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, produces accurate financial records, and communicates clearly with clients and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will contribute across core accounting activities, month-end close support, and process enhancement efforts while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage reconciliations for bank accounts and credit card activity across multiple assigned client accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Handle day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable processing with strong attention to deadlines and transaction detail.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to payroll and assist with revenue-related accounting entries based on established guidance.
• Support the monthly close cycle by assembling schedules, organizing backup materials, and producing workpapers ready for review by the 12th of each month.
• Maintain thorough supporting documentation and clear audit trails so all financial activity can be easily verified.
• Serve as a responsive point of contact for clients by addressing questions promptly and providing proactive updates on outstanding items or timing concerns.
• Represent the accounting function professionally in client interactions and help build confidence through reliable service and clear communication.
• Follow documented procedures, note exceptions or needed updates, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen efficiency and consistency.
• Identify opportunities to apply automation or AI tools to reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and streamline recurring accounting tasks.
• Record time entries each day in the required system to support accurate project tracking and workload visibility.