Senior Accountant

MUST have a degree in Accounting or Finance. Only those qualified will be contacted.

This role does require 4 days in office.

I am partnering with one of the world's most innovative manufacturing companies with their US Headquarters in CT. We are looking to add a Senior Accountant to the team.

Summary of duties:

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial statements, own and lead the month-end closing process, review the work of the accounts receivable and accounts payable staff and identify ways to streamline accounting systems. This role will include GL reconciliations / postings, enhancing / ensuring compliance with accounting policies and sales tax management. In addition, this role will be a key contact during the audit process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial statements by reconciling accounts and posting journal entries.
• Own and lead month-end closing processes, including account reconciliations and reporting.
• Review AR and AP functions as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to company accounting policies.
• Oversee and manage sales tax filings in Avalara.
• Fixed Asset Review
• Manage Reconciliation on high transactional Accounts Receivable (Amazon/B2C and B2B).
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports for management review.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Accounting degree required; auditing background or CPA preferred
• 5 years overall accounting experience with a consumer goods Company (needs to know inventory accounting)
• A/R and A/P exp: 1 year
• Proficient in MS office suite
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with reconciliations and large data sets.
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with month-end close procedures and financial reporting
• Ability to work independently, have a thirst for learning, proven ability to multitask and prioritize deadlines
• Analytical problem solver who constantly strives to improves processes and procedures.
• Experience/exposure in manufacturing/CPG industry a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone