Senior Staff Accountant #37863
Accounting Finance
WillingboroNJ Direct Hire Apr 18, 2025
Job Title: Senior Staff Accountant

Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to join our client’s team in Willingboro, NJ. This onsite, permanent/direct-hire opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with experience in construction and real estate, particularly within a multi-entity environment. The role is essential in supporting general accounting functions, internal reconciliations, construction draw analysis, and AIA contract documentation.

Compensation:
  • Salary range: $75,000 – $85,000/year

Work Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Core hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Onsite (flexibility available after initial training)

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Staff Accountant:
  • Prepare and reconcile general ledger entries and monthly construction draws
  • Collaborate with project managers to review construction statuses and cost allocations
  • Oversee township escrow accounts and invoice reviews by project
  • Lead and support construction cost analyses and AIA application preparation
  • Manage accounts payable processes, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and timely payments
  • Balance vendor contracts and verify payment accuracy
  • Assist with CAM reconciliations for retail properties
  • Perform internal reconciliations across multiple entities and bank accounts
  • Support monthly and year-end closing activities
  • Provide accounting research and data interpretation for management inquiries
  • Maintain filing systems and scan financial documentation as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications and Skills for the Senior Staff Accountant:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent required
  • 1–3 years of accounting experience in a multi-entity environment
  • Strong knowledge of construction accounting and AIA documentation
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general Microsoft Office tools
  • Familiarity with property management and real estate accounting preferred
  • Experience with AppFolio and M3 Accounting software a plus
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and handle competing priorities

Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-impact environment where your accounting skills will directly support complex real estate and construction operations. You'll be part of a close-knit team during a period of strategic growth, with the chance to contribute to major financial initiatives.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
 
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