Senior Financial Accountant

At Broadridge, we've built a culture where the highest goal is to empower others to accomplish more. If you’re passionate about developing your career, while helping others along the way, come join the Broadridge team.

Broadridge is growing! We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Financial Accountant to join our dynamic team in the Newark, NJ area. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrate a high degree of initiative, and have a solid background in accounting and finance. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining our financial health and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

This is a hybrid role where you will work 1-2 days per week in the Newark office, and remotely the rest of the week.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for one or several legal entities/projects, being the main point of contact, with minimal input and oversight from finance managers

• Responsible for preparing complex general ledger transactions and reviewing and approving general ledger transactions for certain legal entities

• Responsible for reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of the general ledger and trial balance, making sure that they are completed as per the deadlines, following the Broadridge policy, and taking ownership of the accuracy and completeness of the balance sheet

• Reviews the P&L monthly to work alongside Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to provide commentary on any Actual to Forecast variances, taking ownership of the accuracy and completeness of the P&L

• Oversee the accounting process ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with US GAAP or relevant accounting standards

• Support internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely and accurate documentation and responses

• Support indirect tax compliance; prepare and review indirect tax reconciliation and indirect tax returns

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Treasury, Tax, FP&A, AP, and Billing, to support efficient processes and alignment on financial objectives

• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards, staying current with changes in regulations and legislation

• Act as a mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development within the team

• Assist in improving systems, procedures, and reporting, making sure that Fusion is used at its full capability, and being able to assess the impact of any future implementation

• Coordinates accounting projects and initiatives with different individuals from the accounting and finance group or with different offices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 2-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting

• CPA preferred, or willingness to obtain

• Proven experience in a similar role within the financial services or technology industry is a plus

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Oracle), familiar with Power BI

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to interpret complex financial data

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to adapt to changes quickly and handle multiple responsibilities with meticulous attention to detail

Compensation Range: The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000 USD annual base.  Broadridge considers various factors when evaluating a candidate's final salary including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, location and education. Bonus eligible. Please visit www.broadridgebenefits.com for more information on our comprehensive benefit offerings.

We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative, engaging, and inclusive environment and are committed to providing a workplace that empowers associates to be authentic and bring their best to work. We believe that associates do their best when they feel safe, understood, and valued, and we work diligently and collaboratively to ensure Broadridge is a company—and ultimately a community—that recognizes and celebrates everyone’s unique perspective.

Use of AI in Hiring 

As part of the recruiting process, Broadridge may use technology, including artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools, to help review and evaluate applications. These tools are used only to support our recruiters and hiring managers, and all employment decisions include human review to ensure fairness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws. Please note that honesty and transparency are critical to our hiring process. Any attempt to falsify, misrepresent, or disguise information in an application, resume, assessment, or interview will result in disqualification from consideration.

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Disability Assistance

We recognize that ensuring our long-term success means creating an environment where everyone is welcome, where everyone's strengths are valued, and where everyone can perform at their best. Broadridge provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 

If you need assistance or would like to request reasonable accommodations during the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at 888-237-7769 or by sending an email to BRcareers@broadridge.com.