Senior Bookkeeper & Payroll Accountant

Ridgefield Park, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper & Payroll Accountant to join our team in Ridgefield Park New this role youll be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting managing general ledger and payroll activities and supporting month and quarter-end close processes. Youll work closely with various departments to analyze inventory data maintain compliance with internal controls and drive continuous improvement in accounting practices.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and record journal entries accruals and adjustments related to the operations
Reconcile general ledger accounts including inventory cost of goods sold freight and vendor accruals.
Manage accounts receivable and billing process
Prepare the filing of the monthly sales tax and record journal entries accruals and adjustments related to sales tax.
Manage accounts payable
Bank reconciliation
Month-end closing process including analytical analyses of revenues cost of goods sold customers and suppliers
Process semi monthly payroll including tax withholdings benefits deductions and 401(k) contributions
Ensure payroll compliance with federal state and local laws
File and reconcile payroll taxes and other statutory reports
Support external audits by providing documentation and ensuring adherence to internal controls

Requirements:

Bookkeeping or Accounting Certificate
5 years of hands-on bookkeeping and payroll experience in the U.S. including sales tax.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and payroll regulations an advantage
Familiarity with payroll systems (such as ADP Paychex or similar) strong advantage.
Proficiency with SAP Business ByDesign COSTGUARD or equivalent ERP systems (advantageous).
Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experience with SOX compliance - an advantage.