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Accounting Assistant Manager (Ridgefield Park, NJ)

@ Hiossen
Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, United States
$70k-$80k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:managing tax, executing close, managing cash
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 3+ years progressive accounting experience with U.S. tax compliance, Avalara and ERP (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite) experience, strong US GAAP and month-end close knowledge.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Avalara, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite
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Job Description

Key Responsibilities 

Tax & Compliance

  • Manage U.S. corporate tax obligations including quarterly and annual tax provision bookings, adjustment data preparation, and filing data review
  • Prepare state sales tax filing data, manage exemption certificates, verify tax rate application, and confirm nexus determinations
  • Monitor and manage state and local compliance filing requirements; coordinate data submissions to external tax firms
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration with outsourced personnel, including external tax firms and accounting service providers, to ensure timely and accurate completion of compliance and reporting requirements
  • Record and reconcile import/customs costs, reclassify in-transit accounts, and verify import payment remittances
  • Operate and maintain tax platforms including Avalara, corporate tax systems, and Sunshine Act reporting

Accounting Close & Asset Management

  • Execute monthly close processes including journal entry preparation, supporting documentation, and account code/cost center verification
  • Manage fixed asset lifecycle including additions, depreciation review, transfers, disposals, and periodic physical inventory reconciliation
  • Perform account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of closing data
  • Coordinate with outsourced accounting personnel to support month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables

Treasury & Cash Management

  • Review payment requests and support timely payment execution; verify wire transfers and settlements
  • Manage accounts payable including invoice review, payment scheduling, and vendor payment processing
  • Collaborate with outsourced personnel and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient cash management and payment operations

 
 

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 
  • 3+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong exposure to U.S. tax compliance (corporate tax, sales tax, nexus analysis) 
  • Hands-on experience with Avalara or similar sales tax platforms 
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent) 
  • Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close processes 
  • Experience managing fixed assets and accounts payable functions 
  • Ability to independently coordinate with external tax counsel and vendors 
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines 
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience managing relationships with outsourced personnel and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Experience in a U.S. subsidiary of a foreign multinational company preferred 
  • Familiarity with import/customs accounting and international wire transfers preferred 
  • Experience with Sunshine Act or medical device/dental industry reporting preferred
     

Compensations & Benefits 

  • Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 annually 
  • Medical and Dental insurance 
  • Vision,100% Company sponsored 
  • Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, 100% Company sponsored 
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 100% Company sponsored 
  • 401(k) plan with a company match up to 5% 
  • PTO (15 days for first year-[6 days paid vacation,9 sick days]);(20 days for second year) 
  • Birthday PTO 
  • 11 Paid Holidays per year