Assistant Accountant - Finance Reporting HQ

Turner Construction • Saddle Brook, NJ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for journaling various general ledger entries, unclaimed property reporting, assisting with financial statement preparation and analysis, and legal entity consolidation. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 1-2 years of related experience, a strong understanding of accounting principles, proficiency in financial systems and MS Office (especially Excel), and excellent organizational and communication skills. The candidate must be able to work independently and as part of a team, follow procedures diligently, and demonstrate initiative and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, from accredited and credentialed degree program.
• 1-2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Understand accounting principles (i.e. journal entries, general ledger, etc.).
• Proficient with financial systems applications, MS Office, and MS Excel.
• Must have basic understanding of policies and procedures.
• Must be able to identify problems and make recommendations for resolution.
• Must be highly organized, able to prioritize competing demands, detail oriented, maintain accuracy, and self-check work.
• Must display initiative, teamwork, and independent thinking.
• Able to work independently, with some oversight, and in team environment.
• Must follow established procedures and execute directions to completion without need of follow up by management.
• Must have good work ethic and integrity, be dependable, adaptable, cooperative, and motivated to take on new responsibilities.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• General office skills.

Responsibilities

• Journal various entries, including intercompany billings, wire/cash activity, loan activity and accruals, consolidation journal entries, and other journals as needed.
• Assist accounting for smaller subsidiaries.
• Assist accounting and reporting joint ventures.
• Prepare various reports and required government reports.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level