Senior Accountant — Financial Close & Analysis

Vaco; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team in Hartford. You will support month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis while driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen internal controls and enable accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience analyzing large datasets.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review month-end journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances to identify trends and opportunities.
• Maintain supporting schedules and ensure accuracy of balance sheet accounts.
• Support the preparation of internal financial reporting and management reporting packages.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Assist with audits and provide requested documentation to internal and external auditors.
• Support special projects, system enhancements, and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

General ledger

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing finance team in Hartford. You will support month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis while driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen internal controls and enable accurate reporting.