Staff Accountant

QTL; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the electric lighting equipment manufacturing industry located in Connecticut is seeking an experienced accounting professional. The role involves supporting the Controller and the Accounting team, preparing financial documentation, and ensuring compliance with regulations. An ideal candidate holds a BS in Accounting and has 2-4 years of experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $85,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in accounting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Controller and Accounting team with daily activities.
• Prepare and post journal entries; maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist with monthly close and financial reporting.
• Monitor and analyze expenditures to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Document accounting policies and procedures; ensure compliance with financial legislative requirements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Process-oriented

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

BS in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Role and Responsibilities

• Support the Controller and Accounting team with daily activities.
• Responsible for performing various accounting functions to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Prepare and post journal entries; maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Assist with monthly close and financial reporting
• Reconcile and review balance sheet accounts
• Support accounts payable/receivable and invoice processing
• Review and process expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies
• Monitor and analyze expenditures to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Help with payroll processing and reconcile payroll sub-ledgers as needed
• Analyze financial results; recommend cost-saving or process improvements
• Document accounting policies and procedures; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial legislative requirements
• Availability for after-hours work as needed for month end processing
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• BS in Accounting required and 2-4 year’s experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines.

Behavioral Skills

• Detailed, Organized, Process Oriented.
• Able to work with and support co-workers in each department as the circumstances dictate
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Technical Skills

• Experience in the Architectural Lighting Industry preferred
• Understanding of the relationships amongst the Company’s regional sales managers, independent sales reps and customers preferred
• Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 20 lbs.
• Ability to work long hours at a Computer

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing
• Industries
• Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing