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Zabransky Mechanical Corporation
Location: Little Ferry, NJ
About Zabransky Mechanical Corporation:
Zabransky Mechanical Corporation is a well-established mechanical contracting company with over $25 million in annual revenue and approximately 60 employees. The company specializes in mechanical construction, installation, maintenance, and related contracting services, with a strong reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and long-term client relationships.
Position Summary:
Zabransky Mechanical Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company. This individual will play a key role in maintaining the general ledger, performing account reconciliations, assisting with month-end close, managing AP/AR activities, supporting payroll administration, and preparing financial reports for management.
The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, experience working in a construction or project-based environment, and the ability to take ownership of accounting processes while collaborating closely with management and external accounting professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
General Ledger & Month-End Close:
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable:
- Process vendor invoices and payments.
- Manage customer invoicing and collections.
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
- Assist in maintaining positive vendor and customer relationships.
Payroll & Compliance:
- Process payroll and maintain payroll records.
- Prepare and file payroll-related reports.
- Assist with payroll tax compliance and year-end reporting requirements.
- Maintain employee payroll documentation and records.
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare monthly financial reports, including:
- Profit & Loss Statements.
- Balance Sheets.
- Trial Balances.
- Cash Flow Reporting.
- Assist management with financial analysis and reporting needs.
Construction Accounting & Job Costing:
- Support job cost tracking and project accounting activities.
- Monitor project-related expenses and allocations.
- Assist with construction-specific accounting functions and reporting.
Audit & CPA Support:
- Maintain organized accounting records and supporting schedules.
- Prepare workpapers and documentation for external CPAs and auditors.
- Assist with annual reviews, audits, and tax preparation processes.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Maintain vendor, customer, and employee master files.
- Assist with process improvements and special projects.
- Support management with ad hoc accounting and financial requests.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 3-7 years of accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge of:
- General Ledger Accounting.
- Journal Entries.
- Account Reconciliations.
- Financial Reporting.
- Month-End Close.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Construction industry accounting experience.
- Experience with Sage accounting software.
- Knowledge of job costing and project-based accounting.
- Multi-state payroll experience.
- Experience supporting external audits and CPA reviews.
- CPA designation or CPA-track candidate a plus.
Salary : $25