Accountant (Stamford, CT)

United Rentals; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development & Promotions

Vacation Buy Up Program

Early Wage Access (US Hourly)

Job summary

United Rentals is seeking a Corporate Accountant I to lead major portions of the monthly close process for a multi-billion-dollar company with global operations. The role requires independence, strong accounting knowledge, and the ability to adapt to changes while supporting regional and corporate departments.

The position is hybrid and based in Stamford, CT. Responsibilities include financial statement analysis, general ledger duties, and providing data-driven recommendations to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• CPA designation or other accounting credentials are preferred.
• Some public or private accounting experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word is required or strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly close processes and account reconciliations.
• Explain period fluctuations and research/clear account transactions.
• Analyze financial statements monthly vs forecast and budget.
• Provide support to Corporate Functions such as Finance, Treasury, Tax, Legal and Risk.
• Respond to internal and external audit requests in a timely manner (SOX).
• Identify and communicate process improvement opportunities to management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Financial accounting software

Job description

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a Corporate Accountant I, you will be responsible for performing major functions of the monthly corporate accounting close process for a multi-billion-dollar company with operations throughout the US, Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Must be knowledgeable in relevant accounting concepts, practices and procedures; rely on experience and judgment to independently plan and accomplish goals; and be able to adapt to changes well. Duties include performing general ledger account reconciliations, monthly close tasks, financial statement analysis, and providing accounting support to region and internal corporate departments. This is a hybrid role in Stamford, CT

What you'll do:

Perform monthly close processes and account reconciliations in support of the monthly close process. Perform balance sheet account reconciliations; explain period fluctuations and research/clear account transactions. Perform monthly close processes with valuable analyses to support general ledger journal entries timely and accurately. Perform roll forward schedules for selected general ledger accounts. Analyze financial statements on a monthly basis as compared to forecast and budget and provide meaningful variance analysis. Perform General Ledger system administrator tasks to ensure sub-ledger interface feeds into General Ledger are accurate and complete. Create/ update instructions for current procedures/processes. Provide support to various Corporate Functions, such as Finance, Treasury, Tax, Corporate Marketing, Legal, Corporate Risk and Benefits, as well as Operations. Provide financial reporting support and perform monthly analysis of actual results as compared to forecast/budget. Provide accounting guidance and other assistance to the Accounting Services Group. Perform ad hoc analyses. Utilize accounting knowledge and experience to provide sound analysis and data driven recommendations to management. Collect and analyze accounting data and prepare special reports. Provide financial data related to assigned responsibilities to fulfill both internal and external requests for financial data efficiently. Analyze and provide explanations of income statement and balance sheet account fluctuations. Respond to internal and external audit requests adequately and in a timely manner (includes Sarbanes-Oxley testing.) Identify and communicate process improvement opportunities to management as well as providing supporting role on various projects assigned by management.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree is required preferably in accounting CPA or other accounting designations preferred Some public and/or private accounting experience preferred Good PC skills w/proficiency in excel & word Financial accounting software skills preferred Strong verbal and written communication, organizational skills, ability to multi-task Office environment: some travel Hybrid schedule: 2-3 days a week in office (subject to change)

Why join us:

We don’t just "talk the talk!" We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• United Compassion Fund
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
• Paid Sick Leave
• An inclusive and welcoming culture
• Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings
• For Canadian benefits, click here

United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families.

The values that define your service - leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork - are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.

United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities.

The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.

Founded in 1997, United Rentals is the largest equipment rental company in the world, with an integrated network of rental locations in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

In North America, the company operates in 49 states, every Canadian province and Puerto Rico.