Accountant

Precision Garage Door of North Jersey•Pequannock Township, NJ

24d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our growing team at a private equity–backed home services company. Reporting to the Controller, this role will be a key contributor to day-to-day accounting operations while helping drive process improvements, ensure GAAP compliance, and standardize practices across a multi-entity, acquisition-driven platform. This is a hands-on role that will actively participate in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, while identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and scalability across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2-5+ years of accounting experience
Strong understanding of GAAP, including accrual accounting principles
Hands-on experience with AP and/or AR functions
Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (NetSuite, Sage, QuickBooks, etc.)
Experience identifying and correcting accrual and revenue/expense recognition issues
Exposure to process improvement or system implementations
Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and completeness
Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Willingness to be hands-on while also thinking strategically
Effective communication across finance and operations teams
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Responsibilities

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare journal entries, including accruals, and perform account reconciliations
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and internal reporting
Maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities
Ensure all accounting activities are performed in accordance with GAAP
Actively participate in day-to-day AP and AR activities, including invoice processing, billing, collections, and vendor payments
Support and help manage AP and AR workflows across multiple locations
Monitor AR aging and collaborate with operations to improve collections reducing DSO
Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments while maintaining strong controls
Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements in invoicing, collections, and disbursements
Assist in standardizing AP/AR procedures and evaluating automation opportunities
Identify inconsistencies or gaps in accrual-based accounting practices across entities
Recommend and implement corrective actions to ensure proper revenue and expense recognition
Proactively identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in financial reporting
Develop and document standardized accounting policies and procedures (SOPs)
Strengthen internal controls and support audit readiness
Support the integration of newly acquired companies into the accounting infrastructure
Drive consistency in chart of accounts, policies, and reporting practices across entities
Partner with field teams to align operational processes with accounting standards