Accountant / Staff Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in the Greater Waterbury area is seeking an Accountant / Staff Accountant to support the accounting department on a temporary/contract basis. The role offers exposure to day-to-day accounting functions within a structured environment.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close tasks, financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable support, and assisting with audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience in an accounting or finance-related position.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain financial transactions and accounting records.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance.
• Complete bank and account reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Help prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Review transactions and research discrepancies as needed.
• Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with audit-related requests and documentation.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records.
• Provide additional accounting support and assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent yet collaborative

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

Accountant / Staff Accountant

Location: Greater Waterbury Area, CT
Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Pay: $25–$28/hour

We are currently assisting an established organization in the Greater Waterbury area with their search for an Accountant / Staff Accountant to provide support to their accounting department on a temporary basis. This is a solid opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a structured environment and is looking to put their accounting knowledge to use.

Position Overview

In this role, you will assist with a variety of general accounting functions and help ensure financial information is maintained accurately and efficiently. The position will provide exposure to day-to-day accounting activities, reconciliations, reporting, and other departmental needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Record and maintain financial transactions and accounting records
• Prepare journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance
• Complete bank and account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities
• Help prepare financial reports and supporting schedules
• Review transactions and research discrepancies as needed
• Provide support for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Assist with audit-related requests and documentation
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records
• Provide additional accounting support and assist with special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Prior experience in an accounting or finance-related position
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

About the Opportunity

This temporary opportunity offers the chance to join an established organization in the Greater Waterbury area and contribute to a variety of accounting functions. It could be a great fit for someone looking for a temporary assignment, additional accounting experience, or an opportunity to get their foot in the door with a well-established organization.

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