Senior Accountant (Cpa Preferred)

About the Role A well-established CPA and advisory firm in Union County, New Jersey, is looking for a Senior Accountant to serve as the dedicated accounting lead for one of its largest and most valued clients. This is a high-visibility position with real ownership: you'll be the go-to resource for the account, working closely with firm leadership and the client's team to keep the financials accurate, organized, and on schedule. This is an on-site role based at the firm's Cranford office, with regular visits to the client's nearby location. It's a great fit for a detail-oriented accountant who enjoys face-to-face client work and wants to make a visible impact. What You'll Do Own day-to-day accounting for a key local client account and serve as the primary point of contact for financial matters Prepare, review, and reconcile financial records, financial statements, and general ledger activity Support month-end close and financial reporting with accuracy and attention to deadlines Maintain clean, well-organized financial data in Sage accounting software Work on-site at the client's location as needed to support operations and build a strong working relationship Communicate clearly with firm leadership and client stakeholders on deliverables, deadlines, and issues Help scale accounting support as the account ramps up Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field 3-5 years of professional accounting experience CPA strongly preferred Hands-on experience with Sage accounting software strongly preferred Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Responsible, dependable, and comfortable owning a client relationship Must be able to commute to Cranford, NJ, and travel to a nearby client site Benefits Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Paid time off and paid holidays Opportunities for professional growth and development Supportive, collaborative team environment