Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteJersey City, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and daily accounting operations while preparing financial statements, budgets, and cash flow analyses in accordance with GAAP. Ensure compliance with tax regulations, administer employee benefits and 401(k) plans including Form 5500 filings, and coordinate external audits to maintain internal financial controls. Coordinate continuous improvement of financial processes and support inventory accounting and tax compliance within the tri-state foodservice industry. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 10+ years of experience, and CPA preferred. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), and free on-site parking.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 10+ years of accounting experience
- expertise in financial reporting
- budgeting
- inventory accounting
- tax compliance
- account reconciliation
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- proficiency with ERP/accounting software
- proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Excellent analytical skills
- organizational skills
- problem-solving skills
- exceptional attention to detail
Desired Qualifications
- CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification
- Experience in food distribution
- Experience in wholesale distribution
- Experience in manufacturing
- Experience in a related industry
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