Description Our client is looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join a leading aerospace manufacturing company in the East Hanover, New Jersey area. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations, supporting accounts payable and receivable, general ledger activities, and month-end processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of the accounting team through detailed analysis and collaboration across departments. Salary is 85,000 - 100,000. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, and PTO. Responsibilities: • Ensure the general ledger remains accurate and up-to-date by processing consistent postings in compliance with accounting principles. • Execute month-end close tasks, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and generating financial reports. • Analyze the cost of goods sold, including labor, materials, and overhead, and collaborate with operations to address variances. • Partner with sales and operational teams to monitor sales trends, margins, and financial performance improvements. • Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoicing, payment runs, and resolution of discrepancies. • Maintain vendor records and oversee annual 1099 reporting. • Process payroll for weekly and bi-weekly cycles, ensuring compliance and accuracy. • Safeguard financial data integrity within the company’s systems and monitor transaction consistency. • Undertake special projects and additional duties to support the accounting team. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. • 3+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance. • Proficiency in GAAP accounting principles and relevant regulations. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with minimal supervision. • Authorization to work in the United States. • Familiarity with accounting processes in a manufacturing environment is preferred. • Knowledge of payroll regulations and experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or Vantage is a plus. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .