Senior Accountant — Close, Reporting & Process Improvement

Oliver James; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James in Hartford, CT is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance division. The role will own key aspects of the monthly, quarterly and annual close while supporting reporting and financial analysis.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and excellent Excel and communication skills. Insurance/financial services experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of accounting / finance experience.
• Strong US GAAP (accounting or Audit) and/or financial close experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive and deadline-driven.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare GAAP journal entries, reconciliations and accounting analyses.
• Own key components of the financial close.
• Prepare financial and management reporting.
• Investigate variances and resolve accounting issues.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Partner with Finance and business teams on projects.
• Improve close processes, reporting and automation.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Oliver James in Hartford, CT is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance division. The role will own key aspects of the monthly, quarterly and annual close while supporting reporting and financial analysis.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and excellent Excel and communication skills. Insurance/financial services experience is a plus.