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Senior Accountant
- Robert Half Accountemps (Stamford, CT)
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Description
Job Description: Senior Accountant (7+ Years Experience)
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Accountant with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in general ledger management, financial statement preparation, and technical accounting, as well as proven expertise in leading month-end and year-end close processes. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to key financial decisions and help optimize our accounting practices.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP or applicable standards.
+ Manage and review general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
+ Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
+ Coordinate and support audits (internal and external), preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.
+ Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
+ Research complex accounting issues and provide guidance on technical accounting matters.
+ Mentor and train junior staff, offering support and reviewing their work as necessary.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze financial data and provide strategic insights.
+ Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
+ Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
+ Support process improvement projects to enhance efficiency within the accounting function.
Requirements
Requirements:
+ Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA, CMA, or relevant certification preferred.
+ In-depth knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting best practices.
+ Strong proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
+ Exceptional analytical, organizational, and time management abilities.
+ Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial colleagues.
+ Demonstrated experience in process improvement and internal control implementation.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be at the forefront of our finance operations, driving process improvements and supporting strategic business initiatives. Grow your career with a collaborative team in a dynamic environment.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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