Accountant / Bookkeeper

About Distinct Engineering Solutions, Inc.

Distinct Engineering Solutions, Inc., located in North Brunswick, NJ, is an engineering consulting firm providing geotechnical, environmental, construction inspection, and site-civil engineering services. We are seeking a precise and proactive Accountant / Bookkeeper to manage the entire accounting process across several entities, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and insightful reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complete bookkeeping cycles using QuickBooks Online for 2 to 4 US-based entities.
• Manage monthly closing activities including reconciliation of bank accounts, credit cards, and loans, along with accruals, accounts receivable/payable aging, work-in-progress (WIP), and revenue cutoff.
• Prepare financial statements monthly, quarterly, and consolidated, accompanied by analysis of variances for management review.
• Support federal and multi-state tax compliance including forms 1120, 1120-S, 1065, sales and use tax, payroll tax, franchise and annual reports, 1099 preparation, and estimated tax payments.
• Respond to and resolve notices from state tax authorities and the IRS.
• Collaborate with external CPAs, auditors, banks, lenders, and factoring partners as part of the accounting process.
• Oversee payroll reconciliations, forecast cash flow, assist with budgeting, and prepare reporting packages for lenders and banks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline.
• Experience ranging from none to 2 years in accounting or bookkeeping, including internships or involvement in public accounting.
• Certification or candidacy for CA, CPA, CA Intermediate is advantageous; recent graduates eager for practical exposure welcome.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online, particularly multi-entity setups and class/location tracking, is preferred; a willingness to learn is essential.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and federal/multi-state tax regulations is required; experience with US-India cross-border structures is beneficial.
• Proficiency with advanced Excel functionalities like pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliation models, alongside Google Sheets proficiency.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with CPAs, lenders, and vendors.
• Self-motivated individual capable of meeting deadlines independently within a dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment.

Benefits Offered

• Competitive salary package.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance paid by the company.
• Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

Additional Information

This role is a full-time, onsite position based in the North Brunswick, NJ area, part of the New York City Metropolitan Area. The employer is an equal opportunity company and does not accept applications from headhunters.