Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant
Location: Hybrid (3 Days in Office- Liberty Corner, NJ)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $65,000–$85,000

Bonus Opportunity: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus with a target opportunity of 10% of base salary, based on company, divisional, and individual performance and profitability goals. Bonus payments are not guaranteed.

Becht is looking for a motivated and driven Staff Accountant who wants to take the next step in their career.

Who Is Becht?

Founded in 1964, Becht is a rapidly growing, family-owned, multidiscipline engineering firm serving the energy sector, including the refining, petrochemical, midstream, and power generation industries. We provide expertise across traditional and emerging technologies through our network of more than 1,200 accomplished technical experts spanning all engineering disciplines.

Becht is a company founded on excellence, and we seek individuals who want to be part of our passionate and energetic team. All of Becht’s services revolve around our mission: To Help Our Clients Succeed.

For more information, visit becht.com.

What Do We Want?

We are seeking a capable, curious, and dependable Staff Accountant to support general accounting, financial reporting, and cash management. The right person will have strong accounting fundamentals, take pride in producing accurate work, and be eager to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities to support the team.

Our accounting team works hard, maintains high standards, and enjoys working together. The successful candidate will be comfortable giving and receiving direct, respectful feedback, able to maintain a sense of humor during busy periods, and willing to step in wherever support is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Prepare journal entries and Balance Sheet account reconciliations.
• Analyze general ledger activity and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with financial statements and management reporting.
• Monitor cash balances and support cash forecasting.
• Support audits, tax filings, and other reporting requirements.
• Maintain accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes.
• Support additional projects and team priorities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• General Accounting experience.
• Knowledge of journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint.
• Experience in consulting, engineering, professional services, or another project-based industry.
• Experience with project accounting, audits, or multi-entity accounting.

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

• Someone who is motivated to continue learning and developing.
• A strong performer who takes ownership and follows through.
• A team player who is willing to take on new challenges.
• A flexible professional who works hard, has fun, and contributes to a positive team environment.

Build Your Career with Becht

A creative and innovative work environment is not all we have to offer. When you join Becht, you can expect:

• A positive, collaborative workforce.
• Access to further training and development.
• Mentoring programs.
• Company and family events.
• Community outreach programs, including Red Cross blood drives, Toys for Tots collections and volunteering, and United Way campaigns.
• Opportunities to grow your career.
• Half Day Friday’s when participating in our 9/80 work schedule.

Becht is an Equal Opportunity Employer.