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Sr. Accountant

  • East Hartford, CT, United States

$32.09 to $34.13 USD / hour

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Pay
$32.09 to $34.13 USD / hour
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Experience
5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with strong general ledger experience, a solid understanding of month-end close, and advanced system knowledge. Experience with Sage Intacct is required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and participate in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial reporting
  • Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts and resolve discrepancies
  • Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP
  • Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide requested documentation to external auditors
  • Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Prior experience in a Senior Accountant or similar-level role
  • Sage Intacct experience is required
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • CPA or CPA-track preferred
  • Experience with process improvement initiatives
  • Experience working in a mid-size or growing organization

Why Temporary Professionals May Be Interested Temporary professionals working through our company may be eligible for a range of benefits, which can include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Enrollment in a retirement savings plan.
  • Holiday pay eligibility, depending on assignment terms.
  • Employee discounts and wellness offerings.
  • Access to professional development resources and training.
  • State Specific Earned Absence pay
  • Proven experience working in a Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant capacity.
  • Strong hands-on expertise with Sage Intacct, especially bank reconciliation functionality.
  • Solid background in month-end close, general ledger management, and journal entry preparation.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete bank reconciliations independently in a high-volume environment.
  • Experience identifying, researching, and resolving accounting exceptions and discrepancies.
  • Familiarity with account reconciliation processes and payment activity such as check runs.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and remain productive in a focused, fast-paced setting.
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Skills

  • General ledger
  • Month-end close
  • Account reconciliation
  • Financial statements
  • Manage the general ledger
  • Financial reporting
  • Reporting
  • Budget management
  • Forecasting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Accounting department processes
  • Documentation
  • Financial analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Meet deadlines
  • CPA
  • Process improvement

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