Senior Accountant: Lead Month-End Close & Analysis

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

Job summary

CFS in Shelton, CT is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to own key accounting processes, improve financial accuracy, and partner with business leaders to support growth.

The Senior Accountant will lead month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger management, while supporting budgeting, audits, and internal controls.

This role offers stability in a growing organization and the opportunity to influence cross-functional operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post monthly journal entries
• Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations
• Lead and support month-end and year-end close activities
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
• Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses
• Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit activities
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Collaborate with internal departments on financial and operational initiatives

Skills

GAAP

Month-end close

Journal entries

Reconciliations

Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP system

Job description

CFS in Shelton, CT is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to own key accounting processes, improve financial accuracy, and partner with business leaders to support growth.

The Senior Accountant will lead month-end close, reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger management, while supporting budgeting, audits, and internal controls.

This role offers stability in a growing organization and the opportunity to influence cross-functional operations.