Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant (Contract) – Human Services Organization | Trumbull, CT

A human services organization in Trumbull, CT is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant on a contract basis. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who can support day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate records, and assist with reporting and month-end processes in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with financial statement preparation
• Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies
• Assist with budget tracking, grant or program-related financial reporting, and account analysis
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll-related accounting functions as needed
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and reporting requirements
• Work collaboratively with finance leadership and program teams to support operational needs
• Assist with audits and provide documentation as requested

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in accounting, preferably in a senior accountant or staff accountant role
• Experience with general ledger, reconciliations, financial reporting, and close processes
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, human services, or grant-funded environments is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to support a mission-driven organization making an impact in the community
• Hands-on accounting role with exposure to core financial operations and reporting
• Build experience in a role area identified as seeing continued demand in 2026, including senior accountant positions (Source: Q1 2026_The Demand for Skilled Talent.pdf)

Compensation

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