Senior Accountant

*Van Cleef Engineering Associates (VCEA)* is a mid-size consulting civil engineering firm with offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The firm provides land development and municipal engineering services, including structural, transportation, geotechnical, surveying and construction inspection.
VCEA is looking for a focused, smart, and industrious *Senior Accountant* to join our growing team in our *Hillsborough, NJ *office.
This individual will report to the Director of Operations and provide vital support to the accounting department to help streamline the company’s financial processes.
This is a full time in office position.
This is an opportunity to join a _growing and thriving team_ that has been awarded _*Best Places to Work in NJ*_ for two (2) consecutive years! *DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* * Perform monthly general ledger close through to the trial balance * Prepare and record monthly journal entries * Prepare journal entries for required reclassifications, and monthly accruals * Record company payroll/tax disbursement and journal entries for pay, taxes, 401k and FSA * Run month end processes such are revenue recognition and intercompany transactions * Maintain monthly bank reconciliations * Prepare monthly account analysis and reconciliations * Identify and resolve financial discrepancies * Review expense reports to ensure compliance with company’s policy * Ensure all A/P invoices, expenses reports, internal check requests, etc.
are processed accurately and timely * Prepare for approval and release payment transactions such as paper checks, ACH, and wires * Provide projections of short-term payables for the forecast of upcoming payments * Compile materials for year-end financial statements and tax planning for outside accounting firm, close out fiscal year, and prepare and issue 1099s to consultants/vendors * Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with accounting and established best practices * Drive continuous improvement of the financial processes * Review data to ensure that proper procedures are always being followed * Work closely with the Director of Operations and Controller to monitor and report on firm financial status * Other duties as assigned by the Controller and Director of Operations *REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS* * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business * Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an accountant * Knowledge of Microsoft Office * Superior Excel skills * Industry experience preferred, Architecture or Engineering * Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31 and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) preferred, but not required * Ability to prioritize and work in a team environment, but also independently * Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding company accounts * Perform accurate work to the highest standards of accountancy * Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
* Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to change in workplace.
* Strong critical thinking and mathematical reasoning skills * Superior verbal communication skills * Driven, self-movitaved and goal-oriented * Proficiency with Deltek Vision a plus *Benefits: *VCEA offers group health insurance including medical coverage, dental, and vision coverage.
Additional benefits include 401(k) savings plan, paid holidays, vacation and personal days, life insurance, long term disability, voluntary long term care coverage, tuition reimbursement and a flexible spending plan.
_VCEA is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
_ No phone calls or recruiter or agency inquiries will be accepted.
We thank all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $80,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person