Accounting Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Accounting Manager jobs in New Jersey are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare across the full seniority range from senior accountants stepping into their first management role to seasoned directors overseeing multi-entity close processes. The largest hiring markets are Newark, Princeton, and Parsippany, home to major employers including Johnson & Johnson, Prudential Financial, and Cognizant. The most in-demand specializations are consolidations and reporting under U.S. GAAP, revenue recognition, and internal controls and compliance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerCSC
Top cityPrinceton, NJ
Cities hiring35
Work type45% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Healthcare Outsourced Accounting Manager
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Healthcare Outsourced Accounting Manager
WithumSmith+Brown
Princeton, New Jersey
Accounting
Business Operations
$125k - $145k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration

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Family Office Operations Manager - Accounting
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Family Office Operations Manager - Accounting
LS Power Development, LLC
East Brunswick, New Jersey
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$115k - $135k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Tax Manager / Public Accounting
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Tax Manager / Public Accounting
Curran & Company LLP
Roseland, New Jersey
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$110k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
11-50

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Assistant Manager, Fund Accounting
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Assistant Manager, Fund Accounting
Mourant
New Jersey
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
201-500

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Accounting Manager
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Accounting Manager
Oaks Integrated Care
Mount Holly, New Jersey
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$55k - $65k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Accounting Manager Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Princeton
4 jobs
Jersey City
3 jobs
Camden
2 jobs
Teaneck
2 jobs
Livingston
2 jobs
West Orange
2 jobs
Florham Park
2 jobs
East Brunswick
2 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
2 jobs

Accounting Manager Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

CSC4 open roles
Mourant2 open roles
KARDIGAN2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Technology & Software
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in accounting manager jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active CPA license issued or recognized by the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
  • Five or more years of progressive accounting experience including supervisory responsibility
  • Demonstrated proficiency with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
  • Strong command of U.S. GAAP with exposure to SEC reporting or consolidations preferred
  • Experience managing month-end and year-end close cycles within a multi-entity environment

Accounting Manager Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a accounting manager in New Jersey?

Most accounting managers in New Jersey hold a CPA license issued or recognized by the New Jersey State Board of Accountancy, combined with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. The CPA is not legally required for the title, but the large majority of employers in New Jersey list it as a requirement or strong preference. Candidates typically progress from staff or senior accountant roles into supervisory positions before moving into management.

Which companies hire accounting managers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring accounting managers in New Jersey right now include CSC, Mourant, and KARDIGAN, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New Jersey's concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters, financial services firms, and large healthcare systems generates steady demand for accounting managers across the state year-round.

Which New Jersey cities have the most accounting manager jobs?

Princeton, Jersey City, and New Jersey account for the most accounting manager openings in New Jersey. Newark and its surrounding Essex County corridor attract demand from financial services firms and corporate shared-service centers, while Princeton and Parsippany draw heavily from pharmaceutical and life sciences headquarters concentrated in those suburban markets.

Are there remote accounting manager jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, and more than many management roles, because accounting work centers on systems, reporting, and analysis that translate well to remote environments. About 64% of accounting manager openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption across corporate finance functions. Consolidation, financial reporting, and FP&A-adjacent accounting manager roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility.

How can I get hired as a accounting manager in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving into a senior accountant role first, then seeking internal promotion into a supervisory or assistant controller position. Large New Jersey employers in pharmaceuticals and financial services, including hospital systems affiliated with RWJBarnabas Health and Atlantic Health, regularly hire into rotational finance programs and senior accountant roles that build toward management. Sitting for and passing the CPA exam while in a senior individual-contributor role signals readiness and meaningfully shortens the time to a first management title.

Where can I find and apply to accounting manager jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to accounting manager jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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