We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a team in Hartford, Connecticut in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This position supports core accounting operations and plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing routine entries, and assisting with monthly reporting activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across payables, receivables, reconciliations, and general ledger tasks while using Excel and Sage accounting software to keep processes organized and efficient.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices, monitor payment activity, and help maintain accurate accounts payable records.
- Prepare customer billing updates, track incoming payments, and support day-to-day accounts receivable functions.
- Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate cash reporting.
- Record journal entries and maintain supporting documentation for routine accounting transactions.
- Assist with month-end close by reviewing account activity, preparing reconciliations, and helping finalize financial data.
- Maintain and update general ledger information to support complete and accurate accounting records.
- Use Sage accounting software and Microsoft Excel to organize financial data, generate reports, and support analysis.
- Contribute to ongoing accounting process improvements and assist with operational changes as needed within the department.
- Experience supporting accounting operations in a Staff Accountant or similar role.
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes.
- Ability to prepare journal entries, complete bank reconciliations, and assist with month-end close activities.
- Proficiency with Sage accounting software or comparable accounting systems.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills for tracking, reconciling, and analyzing financial information.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and efficiently.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.