Sr. Accountant
- East Hartford, CT, United States
$80,000 to $90,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $80,000 to $90,000 USD / year
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- Experience
- 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Seeking an experienced Corporate Accountant! This individual will play a key role in supporting month-end and year-end close, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring the integrity of general ledger accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger maintenance.
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements and management reporting.
- Analyze account balances, investigate variances, and identify trends or unusual transactions.
- Support intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and related transactions.
- Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP and established internal controls.
- Support annual audits and other financial reviews by preparing schedules and providing supporting documentation.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance reporting efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and ensure accurate financial data.
- Participate in special projects and additional accounting initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
- Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis.
- Exposure to inventory accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing operations preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional with a strong technical foundation and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Experience in manufacturing or a multi-entity corporate setting is highly desirable. This individual will bring a proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to accuracy, and an interest in contributing to process improvements and the continued success of the accounting function.
Salary range: $80-90k + benefits and bonus!
Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf com
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with manufacturing or multi-entity corporate experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and month-end close procedures.
- Practical experience with reconciliations, journal entries, accrual accounting, and variance investigation.
- Exposure to inventory accounting, cost accounting, or manufacturing operations is an advantage.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working within accounting or ERP systems.
- Demonstrated analytical ability, strong organization, and effective problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities successfully.
chelsea.halon@roberthalf com
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Skills
- Month-end close
- General ledger
- Account reconciliation
- Financial statements
- Reporting
- Documentation
- Accounting department processes
- Financial reporting
- Cost accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Meet deadlines