Senior Accountant

Aston Carter • North Stonington, CT • 2w ago

Senior Accountant

Are you looking to take the next step in your accounting career and grow with an international company? Then this is the opportunity for you.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team. This role involves executing the monthly general ledger close process, preparing complex accounting journal entries, and collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations, along with experience in managing capital projects and conducting external audits.

Responsibilities:

Execute the monthly general ledger close process and required reporting; ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

Prepare complex accounting journal entries and collaborate with other departments to gather pertinent data for month-end close.

Assist in the documentation of accounting processes and procedures.

Respond to accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.

Prepare supporting documents and perform tasks related to the external audit.

Manage the accounting for capital projects; evaluate capital expenditures and summarize return on investment.

Partner with the Accounting/Finance Leaders to improve/implement accounting processes.

Compile, analyze, and distribute routine and ad hoc financial reports.

Assist with the preparation of financial data and analysis for periodic in-depth business unit reviews.

Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.

Prepare or review monthly KPIs.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).

Minimum of 3-5 years of professional accounting experience.

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.

Experience with accounting softwareand proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookup).

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Detail-oriented and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)- Short and long-term disability- Health Spending Account (HSA)- Transportation benefits- Employee Assistance Program- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Stonington,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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