Accountant

Subway Group; Shelton (CT); Hybrid; USD 60,600 - 75,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Plans (Medical, Life)

Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)

Competitive Bonus

Mobility Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Holidays

Volunteering time

Job summary

Subway is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Accounting Department. You will work closely with senior accounting staff and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities include closing processes, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, variance analysis, and supporting audits. A 1–3 year accounting background and a Bachelor's degree are preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience in corporate or public accounting environments.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid understanding of GAAP.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts, including recording, reviewing, and reconciling transactions.
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing procedures.
• Reconcile assigned monthly balance sheet accounts.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and related schedules.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and account verification.
• Perform variance analyses and investigate discrepancies.
• Support audit activities, including gathering documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Maintain accounting records and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments to gather financial information and resolve accounting issues.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

GAAP knowledge

Multitasking

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Staff Accountant to join our Accounting Department. You will work closely with senior accounting staff and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts, including recording, reviewing, and reconciling transactions
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing procedures
• Reconcile assigned monthly balance sheet accounts
• Support the preparation of financial statements and related schedules
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Assist with bank reconciliations and account verification
• Perform variance analyses and investigate discrepancies
• Support audit activities, including gathering documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
• Maintain accounting records and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with other departments to gather financial information and resolve accounting issues

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1-3 years of accounting experience in corporate and/or public accounting environments
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional demeanor and commitment to maintaining confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Familiarity with accounting workflow automation tools
• Experience with financial consolidation or multi-entity accounting
• Previous experience in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
• CPA candidate or CPA certification
• Experience with financial reporting software or tools

Benefits

• Insurance Plans (Medical, Life)
• Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
• Competitive Bonus
• Mobility Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Holidays
• Volunteering time
• And More

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $60,600 - $75,800 annually. Pay within this range will be determined in good faith based on job-related factors, which may include skills, experience, education/training, location, and internal equity.