Senior Accountant

CFS; Farmington (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Generous benefits package

Autonomy and ownership

Job summary

CFS in Farmington, CT, a growing manufacturing company, seeks a Senior Accountant to join the team on a hybrid schedule. The role emphasizes owning accounting processes, driving improvements, and delivering insightful financial analysis to support operations.

The ideal candidate has a CPA-leaning mindset with 4+ years of accounting experience, GAAP expertise, and manufacturing/cost accounting exposure. Excellent communication and cross-department collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or cost accounting preferred.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee key areas of the general ledger and month-end close process.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances and discrepancies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Partner with operations and other departments to improve financial processes and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and improve efficiency.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and cost accounting activities as needed.
• Assist with annual audits, tax reporting, and other external financial requirements.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Take ownership of accounting projects and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

About The OpportunityOur client is a successful and growing manufacturing company with a strong track record of year-over-year performance. They are seeking a

Farmington, CT (hybrid schedule)

About The OpportunityOur client is a successful and growing manufacturing company with a strong track record of year-over-year performance. They are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team and play a key role in supporting the company’s accounting and financial operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to take ownership, drive process improvements, and have a meaningful impact within a high-performing organization.

Highlights

• Opportunity to join a company that hires very well and surrounds its employees with “A” players
• Clear path for internal growth and career advancement
• Strong bonus plan and generous benefits package
• Significant autonomy and ownership in the role — ideal for someone who enjoys driving change, improving processes, and taking initiative
• Join a successful manufacturing company that has consistently performed well year after year

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee key areas of the general ledger and month-end close process
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances and discrepancies
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Partner with operations and other departments to improve financial processes and reporting
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and improve efficiency
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and cost accounting activities as needed
• Assist with annual audits, tax reporting, and other external financial requirements
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decision-making
• Take ownership of accounting projects and process improvements
• Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards
• Perform other accounting and finance duties as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience strongly preferred
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial analysis
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines
• Self-starter with a continuous-improvement mindset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments

Why Join?

This is more than a traditional Senior Accountant position. It is an opportunity to join a high-performing manufacturing organization, work alongside talented professionals, and have the autonomy to make improvements that directly impact the business. For the right person, this role offers both immediate ownership and a clear path for long-term career growth.

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