Senior Accountant
at Mohr Talent
in
Newark,
New Jersey
Posted in Other 1 day ago.
Type: full-time
Job Description:
Senior Accountant RESPONSIBILITIES:Management
- Lead the operations of the accounting department, designing organizational structures that align with departmental goals.
- Oversee the accounting operations of subsidiary corporations, ensuring their compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
- Recruit, train, and manage accounting staff to maintain a high-performing financial team.
Transactions
- Ensure Accounts Payable (AP) are paid on time and Accounts Receivable (AR) are collected promptly.
- Oversee timely payroll processing.
- Complete periodic bank reconciliations and ensure timely debt payments.
- Maintain an accurate chart of accounts and organize accounting records.
- Perform monthly and yearly closing processes in a timely manner.
- Manage cash flow and cash management processes.
Reporting
- Prepare and issue timely financial statements.
- Coordinate semi-annual reporting and work-in-progress reports.
- Provide financial analysis to support capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
Compliance
- Facilitate the external audit process, ensuring timely provision of necessary documentation.
- Monitor debt levels and ensure compliance with debt covenants.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements, including tax filings.
- Safeguard company operations by keeping financial data and plans confidential.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, with experience managing accounting teams.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
- Excellent communication skills to present financial information to non-financial personnel.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work under tight deadlines.