Accounting Specialist

Description We are seeking a meticulous Accounting Specialist to join our team in Clifton, New Jersey. As an Accounting Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring the efficient operation of the accounting functions in our Chemicals Manufacturing industry. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Supervise and manage accounts receivable and payable activities Record financial transactions accurately Ensure accurate costing of inventory items Perform regular financial reconciliations Manage the computations and filings of sales tax Use accounting software systems to optimize processes Establish auditing procedures to ensure data accuracy Manage various billing functions for the department Support in other accounting responsibilities as required Apply skills with ADP - Financial Services, Ceridian, Concur, and ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning to enhance accounting functions. Requirements Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is required. Must have experience with ADP - Financial Services. Knowledge of Ceridian is a necessity. Familiarity with Concur is essential. Must have experience in ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning. Ability to perform various Accounting Functions is needed. Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) is required. Must have knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR). Auditing experience is a must. Competency in Billing Functions is necessary. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .