Senior Accountant

Race Rock; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Race Rock is seeking a Sr. Accountant in Glastonbury, Connecticut. The role involves preparing financial statements, managing fixed assets, and overseeing accounts receivable processes. Additionally, the accountant will compile tax reports and support external audits.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Accounting, 4-6 years of experience, and strong proficiency in GAAP. This position offers the opportunity to supervise the accounting team and promote collaboration within the department.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of similar job-related experience, preferably in manufacturing accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement consolidation.
• Experience with financial audits and external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidation of company financial statements.
• Maintain fixed asset ledger and handle capital expenditure requests.
• Process AR customer billing invoices.
• Compile CAT tax reports and property tax declarations.

Skills

GAAP understanding

Financial reporting

Fixed asset management

Advanced Excel skills

Supervisory skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

4 year degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Highway Safety, A Race Rock Company, maintains a policy of nondiscrimination regarding all employees and applicants for employment. The Company handles all aspects of employment on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. As such, it is our policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, religion, gender, color, national origin, pregnancy or related medical condition, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or genetic information or because of any mental or physical disability (where reasonable accommodation is possible), and/or other status protected by law.

Job Summary

The Sr. Accountant key responsibilities will include financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, AR functions, managing fixed assets, compilation and calculation of CAT Tax (Ohio), preparation of property tax declaration (CT) and working with external auditors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Helps in the preparation of consolidation of company financial statements.
• Responsible for maintaining the fixed asset ledger, depreciation calculations, capital expenditure requests. Create/Improve fixed asset and capitalizing processes.
• Prepare documents and analysis required for the completion of external audits.
• Process AR customer billing invoices for OH and CT locations for the manufacturing activities.
• Compile and calculate OHIO CAT tax reports and prepare property tax declaration in CT (yearly).
• Maintains and balances subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions.
• Responsible for completing balance sheet reconciliations and researching variances.
• Additional projects and tasks as they arise.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and support two Accounting Department employees, including assigning work, monitoring workload distribution, providing training and guidance, and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of daily responsibilities.
• Assist with employee coaching, performance feedback, accountability, and development within the Accounting team.
• Help foster a collaborative, professional, and team-oriented work environment aligned with company values and expectations.

Education and Experience

• Education: 4 year degree in Accounting, or related discipline.
• Experience: 4-6 years of similar job‑related experience. Manufacturing Accounting experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities Required

• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and consolidation of financial statements.
• Knowledge of fixed assets, depreciation, capital expenditures, and tax compliance.
• Experience with financial audits, preparing documentation, and working with external auditors.
• Mastery of accounting software and ERP systems, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills with the ability to coach, support, and hold team members accountable while promoting collaboration, professionalism, and strong communication within the Accounting Department.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills for identifying discrepancies and providing financial insights.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in reconciliations and financial reports.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills for explaining financial data to both finance and non‑finance personnel.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post offer:
  • Pre‑employment physical examination
  • Medical history check
  • Drug testing

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Significant time working at a desk using a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift/move office supplies and equipment (up to 20 lbs.).
• Manual Dexterity – The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.