# Senior Accountant (CPA Preferred)

> AlphaX · Cranford, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-10

**Salary:** USD 95,000–105,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

## Description

**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

## Apply

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