Staff Accountant

Smith Arnold Partners; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Smith Arnold Partners in Stamford, CT is seeking a motivated Staff Accountant to launch and grow with a stable, family-owned organization. You will receive direct mentorship, hands-on accounting training, and exposure to accounting, tax, and financial operations while building a solid professional foundation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with recent hires and leaders, with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 1–3 years of accounting, finance, tax, or bookkeeping experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office apps.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting activities including reconciliations, journal entries, and transaction review.
• Support preparation and maintenance of financial records, job costing, scheduling, forecasts, and budgets.
• Assist with tax preparation, compliance, and schedules for federal, state, and local filings.
• Review financial data for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain accounting records, workpapers, and supporting documentation.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions as needed.
• Collaborate with leadership to learn processes and best practices.
• Contribute to special projects and process improvements.
• Stay informed on accounting standards and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

For over 100 years, a family-owned company has built a reputation for stability, integrity, and long-term success. They are committed to developing the next generation of accounting professionals by providing hands-on training, mentorship from experienced leadership, and opportunities for career growth. This role is ideal for a recent college graduate or an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in accounting.

About our Client:

• Direct mentorship and training from experienced accounting leadership.


• Exposure to accounting, tax, and financial operations in a well-established organization.


• Career advancement opportunities within a growing company.


• Collaborative environment with other early-career professionals.


• Stable, family-owned business with over 100 years of success.


• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.

Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Stamford, CT

Potential Compensation: $50,000 to 75,000 + Bonus

Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO and more

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning their accounting career who is eager to learn, develop technical accounting and tax skills, and grow alongside a collaborative group of recent hires and experienced leaders. The selected candidate will receive direct training and mentorship while gaining exposure to various accounting, tax, and financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and transaction review.


• Support the preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports. Job costing factoring, scheduling and forecasting reports + budgets.


• Assist with tax preparation, tax compliance, and supporting schedules for federal, state, and local filings.


• Review financial data for accuracy and completeness.


• Help maintain accounting records, workpapers, and supporting documentation.


• Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes.


• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions as needed.


• Work closely with accounting leadership to learn company processes, accounting procedures, and industry best practices.


• Collaborate with team members on special projects and process improvement initiatives.


• Stay informed on accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.


• Maintain confidentiality of financial and business information.


• Build professional skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance


• Recent graduate or 1-3 years of accounting, finance, tax, or bookkeeping experience.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Eagerness to learn and develop a career in accounting and tax.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits:

401k automatic contribution, full healthcare + more!