USP Management, Inc · 3 weeks ago
Senior Accounting Lead—Financial Reporting & Tax
Fort Lee, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$85K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expUSP Management, Inc is seeking a CPA-certified Senior Accounting Lead with expertise in financial reporting, in-house tax management, and audit coordination. The role involves preparing complex financial statements, managing tax compliance for multiple entities, and leading audit processes independently.
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Responsibilities
Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports for multiple entities (corporations, LLCs, trusts)
Execute month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions
Calculate profit-sharing, loan interest, and income distributions
Oversee and maintain QuickBooks data for multiple legal entities
Submit analytical financial performance reports to management
Lead close timelines and deliverables across entities, coordinating inputs from internal teams and external advisors
Prepare consolidated financial reporting packages and variance explanations for management
Coordinate with external CPAs for annual tax filings and quarterly estimated tax calculations
Prepare and provide Form 1099 documentation and supporting schedules
Prepare sales allocation, UNICAP, and tax adjustment workpapers for CPA review
Prepare R&D credit documentation and tax benefit program workpapers
Prepare fringe benefit summaries and home office expense documentation for tax reporting
File or coordinate state and local compliance requirements (annual reports, sales tax, business tax returns)
Provide financial data and entity documentation for corporations, LLCs, trusts, and estate tax planning
Maintain book-to-tax reconciliation schedules and tax basis workpapers
Track and document tax attributes, credits, and carryforwards for CPA review
Independently coordinate and complete annual audits
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and tax regulations
Assess and improve accounting systems, procedures, and internal controls
Monitor and analyze accounting data to ensure accuracy and completeness
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors
Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and management responses
Identify and implement accounting process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls
Maintain and improve the chart of accounts and reporting structures across multiple entities
Support accounting system enhancements and integrations as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CPA certification
Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with proven manager-level responsibility in financial reporting, tax, and audit
Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean
Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP and tax regulations
Strong expertise in financial statement preparation, tax compliance, and audit management
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Close attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information
Preferred
MBA or Master's in Accounting/Taxation
Experience with complex entity structures (corporations, LLCs, trusts, estates)
Experience with tax benefit programs (R&D credits, UNICAP calculations)
Proficiency in AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, and n8n) and ERP systems
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Sick Days & Holidays
Performance Bonuses
Educational Training Reimbursements
Employee Referral Incentives
Lunch Fringe Allowance
Team Lunches/Dinners
Fitness Membership Reimbursements
Employee Birthday Gifts
Service Year Awards
Company
USP Management, Inc
With a rich history of 50 years in the Steel and Metal industry, USP has emerged as the premier steel coil distributor in the United States.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase