Senior Accountant

CFS; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in New Milford, CT is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to own the month-end close, perform reconciliations, and support financial reporting in a collaborative environment.

The Senior Accountant will maintain accurate financial records, assist with budgeting and forecasting, and provide leadership insights to the leadership team. This role offers exposure to multiple areas of the business and room for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• ERP system experience preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity
• Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses
• Assist with financial reporting and management reporting packages
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Assist with audit preparation and external auditor requests
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and operational initiatives

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Excel skills

General ledger knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Accountant – New Milford, CT

Target Compensation: 70k - 90k

A growing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning the month-end close process, performing account reconciliations, and supporting financial reporting in a collaborative environment.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting operational accounting functions, and providing financial insights to leadership.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Join a stable and growing organization
• Highly visible role within the accounting and finance team
• Opportunity to take ownership of key accounting processes
• Collaborative environment with exposure to various areas of the business
• Growth potential and opportunities for professional development

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant

As a Senior Accountant, You Will

• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and integrity
• Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses
• Assist with financial reporting and management reporting packages
• Support budgeting and forecasting processesAssist with audit preparation and external auditor requests
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and operational initiatives

Preferred Qualifications Of The Senior Accountant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting
• Experience with month-end close and account reconciliations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• ERP system experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines