What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at Whitestone Associates, Inc.?
About The Job Staff Accountant
Whitestone Associates, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company and leading provider of environmental and geotechnical engineering and consulting services throughout the eastern US, is currently recruiting for a Staff Accountant to join our Warren, NJ office location. This is a tremendous opportunity for experienced candidates to join and contribute to the growth of a 100% employee-owned engineering firm.
Key Responsibilities
Whitestone Associates, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company and leading provider of environmental and geotechnical engineering and consulting services throughout the eastern US, is currently recruiting for a Staff Accountant to join our Warren, NJ office location. This is a tremendous opportunity for experienced candidates to join and contribute to the growth of a 100% employee-owned engineering firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and post monthly journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting;
- Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations, researching and resolving variances;
- Review billing, prepare accruals, and support month-end close activities;
- Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements and management reports;
- Review invoices, expense reports, and credit card transactions in accordance with company policies;
- Set up new vendors and subcontractors, ensuring all required documentation is collected and verified (e.g., W-9s, Certificates of Insurance, contracts, and other compliance materials);
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and support the month-end and year-end close process;
- Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed;
- Support year-end audit requests and provide documentation to external auditors;
- Apply knowledge of lease accounting and fixed asset accounting to maintain accurate records and depreciation schedules;
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and contribute to process improvement initiatives;
- Perform other accounting duties and projects as assigned by the CFO; and
- This is an in-office position based in our Warren, NJ office.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field;
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive accounting experience;
- Strong understanding of accounting principles;
- Knowledge of lease accounting and fixed asset accounting;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (experience with Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint preferred);
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; and
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- The estimated annual compensation for this role is between $65,000-$80,000
- Whitestone's Employee Stock Ownership Program (offered at no cost to each eligible employee)
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Traditional & Roth 401K Plans with Company Match
- Long Term & Short Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
- Multiple AFLAC Insurance Products
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Multiple Corporate Discount Programs
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000