About the Company:
Iris ID Systems, Inc. is a global leader in iris recognition technology and has been at the forefront of biometric innovation since 1997. Our flagship IrisAccess™ platform authenticates the identities of over 500 million individuals worldwide.
Job Description and Opportunity:
The Staff/Junior Accountant is a key member of the Finance & Accounting team, responsible for supporting core accounting functions, ensuring accurate data entry, and assisting with the timely completion of the financial close. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can work collaboratively to maintain clean, supportable accounting records in a global hardware and software environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning their accounting career and looking to grow their knowledge base, enhance their skill set, and grow in the profession.
Success in this role requires discipline, strong follow-through, and a desire to learn and grow within the accounting field. This position is based on-site in Cranbury, NJ.
- Perform daily bank checks for cash deposits and accurately apply payments to customer accounts.
- Process vendor invoices and maintain an organized, up-to-date payable history.
General Ledger Support
- Assist with month-end close activities by preparing designated journal entries.
- Perform basic account reconciliations and gather supporting documentation for balance sheet accounts.
- Help investigate discrepancies and document findings for review by senior staff.
- Support P&L and balance sheet analysis by identifying and flagging unusual trends.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Assist in the preparation of internal reports and supporting schedules in accordance with US GAAP.
- Maintain organized files to ensure accounting treatment is well-documented.
- Provide data as needed to support federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
Audit & Tax Support
- Organize and pull requested schedules and documents for audit inquiries.
- Support internal stakeholders in gathering data for tax filings and compliance activities.
Process & Systems
- Utilize ERP systems to perform daily tasks and improve reporting efficiency.
- Adhere to established internal controls and suggest minor process improvements to increase accuracy.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience: 0–3 years of accounting experience.
- Knowledge: Foundational understanding of US GAAP.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite experience is a plus).
- Industry: Experience in distribution, E-Commerce, or hardware/software environments is desired but not required.
- Location: Must be able to work on-site in Cranbury, NJ.
Who You Are
- Detail-Oriented: You take pride in “audit-ready” accuracy in your data entry and reconciliations.
- Collaborative: You are able to communicate effectively with team members and work interdepartmentally.
- Proactive: You ask questions when things look off and are motivated to resolve tasks efficiently.
- Professional: You are a disciplined individual contributor who values accountability and follow-through.
Comp Details: Individual Contributor (IC1/IC2); $55K – $70K*
