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Withum · 2 days ago

Industrial & Consumer Products Outsourced Accounting Lead Consultant

East Brunswick, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Withum is a dynamic company where talent thrives and entrepreneurial energy meets inclusive teamwork. They are seeking an Outsourced Accounting Lead Consultant to oversee and collaborate with a team servicing various consumer products organizations, particularly in the restaurant and franchise sectors.

AccountingAdvertisingConsultingEdTechFinanceFinancial ServicesMedia and Entertainment

Responsibilities

Supervising a team

Reviewing and approving payments to vendors / contractors

Reviewing and approving payroll

Handling month-end close process

Reviewing and approving all proposed JEs

Reviewing all reconciliations for balance sheet accounts

Monthly financial reporting including FS, narratives and dashboards

Assisting with grant reporting and submissions

Budgeting / cash flow forecasting

Working with client leadership of organization

Facilitating outside annual audits

Ensuring proper internal controls and enhancement of processes

Qualification

AccountingCPANetSuiteSage IntacctQuickBooksFinancial ReportingBudgetingCommunity InvolvementCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required

5-7+ years of accounting experience

Outstanding communication skills

Preferred

CPA preferred and/or MBA equivalent

Preferred experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct Accounting System and/or QuickBooks

Experience working with industrial and consumer products clients (specifically restaurants and multi-unit franchise operators) with a basic understanding of accounting reporting preferred

Involvement in their community and desire to 'give back'