Staff Accountant

Piscataway, New Jersey Permanent USD70,000 - USD95,000 per year View Job Description
The Staff Accountant will play a key role in managing financial operations within the construction department of an industrial and manufacturing environment. This role involves overseeing project budgets, analyzing costs, and ensuring accurate financial reporting to support business objectives.
  • Career Advancement
  • Great company culture

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a union electrical contractor based in North Jersey, operating within the healthcare, mission critical, and commercial electrical work. The company is known for its focus on delivering high-quality solutions and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Job Description

  • Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
  • Analyze project costs and provide detailed financial reports to stakeholders.
  • Monitor and reconcile accounts specific to construction projects.
  • Collaborate with project managers to review financial performance and projections.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes for construction-related accounts.
  • Maintain accurate records of contracts, change orders, and invoices.
  • Assist in audits and provide documentation as required.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Staff Accountant should have:

  • Previous experience in accounting within the construction or related industries.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of construction project accounting practices and cost management.
  • Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • The ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional growth within the industrial and manufacturing industry.
  • A supportive and collaborative company culture.
  • Paid time off to maintain work-life balance.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Staff Accountant, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Nicholas Dolente
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6849940

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Accounting
Industry
Property
Location
Piscataway
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nicholas Dolente
Job Reference
JN-102025-6849940