Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a team in Stamford, Connecticut in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day accounting activity while helping maintain accurate financial records, complete close activities, and deliver reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to work effectively across both routine processes and special projects.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily accounting transactions across payables and receivables, ensuring timely processing, accurate records, and consistent follow-up on outstanding items.
• Complete monthly and annual close tasks by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, and supporting the finalization of general ledger activity.
• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and supporting sub-ledgers to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare financial statements and other reporting packages, then review results to highlight trends or variances for management.
• Maintain the general ledger structure by monitoring account usage, applying proper coding, and posting accounting activity with precision.
• Assist with compliance-related activities by supporting audit requests, maintaining documentation, and contributing to tax-related reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and strengthen internal processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide support for ad hoc financial requests and collaborate with internal stakeholders on accounting and payroll-related matters as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
• Demonstrated experience working with journal entries, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with functions such as pivot tables and lookup formulas.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and the ability to learn new financial platforms quickly.
• Strong understanding of core accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliation practices.
• High level of accuracy, sound analytical ability, and the capacity to manage responsibilities independently while partnering with a team.
• CPA certification, progress toward certification, or exposure to industry-specific accounting environments is considered an advantage.

Compensation

$33.25-$38.50 Hourly

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