Staff Accountant

Whitestone Associates•Warren, NJ

8d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Whitestone Associates, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company and leading provider of environmental and geotechnical engineering and consulting services throughout the eastern US, is currently recruiting for a Staff Accountant to join our Warren, NJ office location. This is a tremendous opportunity for experienced candidates to join and contribute to the growth of a 100% employee-owned engineering firm. Key Responsibilities Prepare and post monthly journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting; Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations, researching and resolving variances; Review billing, prepare accruals, and support month-end close activities; Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements and management reports; Review invoices, expense reports, and credit card transactions in accordance with company policies; Set up new vendors and subcontractors, ensuring all required documentation is collected and verified (e.g., W-9s, Certificates of Insurance, contracts, and other compliance materials); Reconcile general ledger accounts and support the month-end and year-end close process; Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed; Support year-end audit requests and provide documentation to external auditors; Apply knowledge of lease accounting and fixed asset accounting to maintain accurate records and depreciation schedules; Ensure compliance with internal controls and contribute to process improvement initiatives; Perform other accounting duties and projects as assigned by the CFO; and This is an in-office position based in our Warren, NJ office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum of 2+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of accounting principles
Knowledge of lease accounting and fixed asset accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (experience with Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint preferred)
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams

Nice To Haves

experience with Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly journal entries to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations, researching and resolving variances
Review billing, prepare accruals, and support month-end close activities
Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements and management reports
Review invoices, expense reports, and credit card transactions in accordance with company policies
Set up new vendors and subcontractors, ensuring all required documentation is collected and verified (e.g., W-9s, Certificates of Insurance, contracts, and other compliance materials)
Reconcile general ledger accounts and support the month-end and year-end close process
Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
Support year-end audit requests and provide documentation to external auditors
Apply knowledge of lease accounting and fixed asset accounting to maintain accurate records and depreciation schedules
Ensure compliance with internal controls and contribute to process improvement initiatives
Perform other accounting duties and projects as assigned by the CFO

Benefits

The estimated annual compensation for this role is between $65,000-$80,000
Whitestone's Employee Stock Ownership Program (offered at no cost to each eligible employee)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Traditional & Roth 401K Plans with Company Match
Long Term & Short Term Disability Insurance
Company-Sponsored Life & AD&D Insurance
Multiple AFLAC Insurance Products
Pet Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Multiple Corporate Discount Programs