Staff Accountant

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.