Grassi

Staff Accountant

Little Ferry, New JerseyFull-time
up to $90,000 annually
About the Job
Zabransky Mechanical Corporation
Location: Little Ferry, NJ

About Zabransky Mechanical Corporation:
Zabransky Mechanical Corporation is a well-established mechanical contracting company with over $25 million in annual revenue and approximately 60 employees. The company specializes in mechanical construction, installation, maintenance, and related contracting services, with a strong reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and long-term client relationships.

Position Summary:
Zabransky Mechanical Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of the company. This individual will play a key role in maintaining the general ledger, performing account reconciliations, assisting with month-end close, managing AP/AR activities, supporting payroll administration, and preparing financial reports for management.
The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation, experience working in a construction or project-based environment, and the ability to take ownership of accounting processes while collaborating closely with management and external accounting professionals.

Key Responsibilities:
General Ledger & Month-End Close:
  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
  • Prepare and post journal entries.
  • Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations.
  • Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable:
  • Process vendor invoices and payments.
  • Manage customer invoicing and collections.
  • Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
  • Assist in maintaining positive vendor and customer relationships.

Payroll & Compliance:
  • Process payroll and maintain payroll records.
  • Prepare and file payroll-related reports.
  • Assist with payroll tax compliance and year-end reporting requirements.
  • Maintain employee payroll documentation and records.

Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare monthly financial reports, including:
    • Profit & Loss Statements.
    • Balance Sheets.
    • Trial Balances.
    • Cash Flow Reporting.
  • Assist management with financial analysis and reporting needs.

Construction Accounting & Job Costing:
  • Support job cost tracking and project accounting activities.
  • Monitor project-related expenses and allocations.
  • Assist with construction-specific accounting functions and reporting.

Audit & CPA Support:
  • Maintain organized accounting records and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare workpapers and documentation for external CPAs and auditors.
  • Assist with annual reviews, audits, and tax preparation processes.

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Maintain vendor, customer, and employee master files.
  • Assist with process improvements and special projects.
  • Support management with ad hoc accounting and financial requests.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
  • 3-7+ years of accounting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • General Ledger Accounting.
    • Journal Entries.
    • Account Reconciliations.
    • Financial Reporting.
    • Month-End Close.
    • Accounts Payable & Receivable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:
  • Construction industry accounting experience.
  • Experience with Sage accounting software.
  • Knowledge of job costing and project-based accounting.
  • Multi-state payroll experience.
  • Experience supporting external audits and CPA reviews.
  • CPA designation or CPA-track candidate a plus.