Kforce's client, a company located in a brand new facility in Northern NJ, is expanding. They are a publicly traded company that has been in business for over 50 years and seeking an Accounting Associate to join their team. This position is responsible for assisting in maintaining general ledger account balances, in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Accounting Associate assists in preparing accurate monthly financial reports, reconciles and validates organization's general ledger accounts, and reviews reports for inconsistencies and inaccuracies. Responsibilities: * Analyzes general ledger account balances * Completes routine accounting assignments * Reviews and analyzes financial statement accounts for accuracy, budget variance and unusual trends * Maintains fixed asset accounts * Ensures that comprehensive accounting records are maintained in an organized manner * Advises management of any unusual trends, budget variances, difficulties obtaining information or other pending issues * Continuously assesses internal systems and recommends changes that would allow greater efficiency in monthly processing * Maintains and reconciles general ledger account balances * Posts journal entries and prepares analysis schedules * Assists with month-end close processes