Accounting Manager
6 days ago
Parsippany
Job Description SESI Consulting Engineers, founded in 1976, is a well-established, progressive, consulting engineering firm in Parsippany, N.J. SESI has earned an excellent reputation for providing innovative Geotechnical, Site/Civil, and Environmental engineering solutions for owners, developers, and the construction industry throughout the NJ, NY, CT region. SESI Consulting Engineers has been selected as one of NJBIZ’s "FASTEST GROWING" Companies and Inc.'s "5000 America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies". Join a company recognized for providing solutions, excellence, service, and integrity. We seek dynamic individuals to support organic growth. SESI offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance, bonus potential, employee engagement activities, just to name a few. SESI also engages its employees in all aspects of its projects and encourage them to participate in design and project management functions to their full potential. Summary The Accounting Manager provides direct support to the Director of Finance with bookkeeping, financial reporting, financial analysis, tax preparation, and corporate records and registrations. Applies principles of accounting to analyze information and prepare financial reports by performing a variety of duties such as maintaining the general ledger, reviewing financial statements, assisting with audits and the budgeting processes, and reconciling accounts. Manages accounting professionals such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing and Collections. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. • Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits., • Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures., • Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports., • Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts., • Analyzes and verifies information by creating spreadsheet reports., • Prepares and maintains records and amortization tables for accounts such as prepaid expenses, software, capital expenditures, leases and leasehold improvements., • Reconciles payroll transactions and records payroll journal entries., • Manages the month-end closing process. Conducts research and makes correcting journal entries for account discrepancies, prepares closing journal entries, posts accrual entries, reconciles accounts, and prepares financial reports., • Manages year-end 1099 processing and reconciles data for reporting., • Processes company payments via ACH and check including vendor payments, manual check requests and client refunds., • Notarizes company documents., • Obtains and maintains corporate registrations and licenses., • Assists the Director of Finance in the preparation of confidential correspondence., • Assists with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions as needed., • Assists with special projects., • Liaises with Accounting, Administration, Human Resources, IT, Legal, Marketing, and Project Managers to ensure open, timely and accurate communication., • Answers all vendor, client and staff inquiries in a timely and friendly fashion., • Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential. This has supervisory responsibilities. • Manages accounting professionals such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing and Collections., • Mentors, teaches, and reviews the work of other members of the accounting team., • Recruits and hires accounting staff and conducts performance evaluations. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced work environment. Must have understanding of principals of finance, bookkeeping and accounting. Must have a high degree of organization, initiative, attention to detail, and flexibility to accommodate deadlines. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar. Five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in accounting or finance. Language Skills Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have experience working with BillQuick accounting and project management software or other accounting software. Proficient or familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Driver’s License and possess reliable transportation. Notary Public – may be obtained after hire Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. Will experience prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position will work in a typical office environment, mostly located indoor with windows. The office contains office equipment resulting in equipment noise. This position will be working in a shared office space with other colleagues and may experience frequent interruptions, conversations, or other background noise. Compensation: Base salary $85,000–$125,000, + benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, 401(k), and bonus potential.
