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Staff Accountant

CFS
Edison, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
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Looking to take the next step in your accounting career with a stable, growing company that truly invests in its people? This Staff Accountant role offers hands-on responsibility, modern systems exposure, and a clear path for advancement.

Staff Accountant

Salary:80,000-90,000 plus bonus

Location: Metuchen, NJ- Fully onsite

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Join a financially stable trucking and warehousing company with 50 years in business
  • Be part of a growing organization with real opportunities for career advancement
  • Work closely with a Controller and gain exposure to higher-level accounting projects
  • Hands-on role with ownership of key accounting processes, not just data entry
  • Opportunity to streamline and improve accounting procedures and workflows
  • Collaborative, people-first culture that values ideas, growth, and initiative
  • Exposure to Sage 300 and advanced planning tools like Prophesy and NexGen
  • Competitive benefits package including medical, 401(k), life, dental, vision, and bonus eligibility

Key Responsibilities For The Staff Accountant

  • Perform general ledger entries and reconcile balance sheet and P&L accounts
  • Manage month-end close activities and support accurate financial reporting
  • Prepare and maintain supporting schedules with analytical review
  • Utilize Sage 300 to streamline accounting tasks and reporting
  • Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation as needed
  • Support the Controller with special accounting projects and process improvements

Qualifications For The Staff Accountant

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  • 5 years of general staff accounting experience
  • Strong working knowledge of general ledger and journal entries
  • Experience with Sage 300 (Prophesy and/or NexGen a plus)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

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Salary : $80,000 - $90,000

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