Lead Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is helping a nonprofit in New Haven County find a Lead Accountant on a full-time, onsite basis. The role offers a salary of $65,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a robust benefits package, a 401(k) plan, and education support.

Responsibilities include monthly close, GL reconciliations, audits, funder reporting, and GAAP compliance. A Bachelor's degree and nonprofit experience are preferred, along with CPA or related certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2-7 years of accounting experience preferred; nonprofit experience highly desirable.
• CPA or other relevant certification preferred.
• Experience with general ledger systems (Sage preferred) and strong Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and support monthly close activities.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to AR, AP, payroll, and other transactions.
• Prepare balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation for account reconciliations.
• Monitor daily cash activity, bank balances, and AP aging.
• Assist with annual audits, funder reporting, and Form 1099 filing.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and Agency financial policies.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage

Job description

Lead Accountant

Salary: $65,000-$80,000 depending on experience (not specified - insert if available)

Full-time onsite in New Haven County

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Join a collaborative, mission-driven Finance team supporting a nonprofit serving children and families
• Report directly to the Director of Finance with visibility into agency-wide financial operations
• Strong benefits package - medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and up to 92% employer-covered premium on select plans
• Employer-contributed 401(k) plan to support your long-term savings
• Interest-free tuition loans and ongoing support for continuing education and certifications
• Generous PTO, including vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays
• Opportunity to support audit prep, funder reporting, and Board-level reporting - broad, meaningful exposure

Key Responsibilities for the Lead Accountant:

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and support monthly close activities
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to AR, AP, payroll, and other transactions
• Prepare balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation for account reconciliations
• Monitor daily cash activity, bank balances, and AP aging
• Assist with annual audits, funder reporting, and Form 1099 filing
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and Agency financial policies

Qualifications for the Lead Accountant:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 2-7 years of accounting experience preferred; nonprofit experience highly desirable
• CPA or other relevant certification preferred
• Experience with general ledger systems (Sage preferred) and strong Excel proficiency

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