Staff Accountant: GAAP & Audit Support, Month‑End

Atlas Search; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the month-end close process, financial reporting, and audit support. This full-time position is ideal for those early in their career, with qualifications including a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years of accounting experience. Responsibilities include reconciliations, report preparation, and collaboration with auditors. The role is based in Stamford, Connecticut.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience (public accounting + industry mix is a plus).
• Strong understanding of US GAAP; exposure to IFRS preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly reconciliations between operational systems and the general ledger.
• Assist in preparation of monthly P&L, balance sheet, and expense analysis reports.
• Work with external auditors by compiling requested schedules and backup.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Staff Accountant to support the month-end close process, financial reporting, and audit support. This full-time position is ideal for those early in their career, with qualifications including a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 1–3 years of accounting experience. Responsibilities include reconciliations, report preparation, and collaboration with auditors. The role is based in Stamford, Connecticut.