Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Stamford, CT | 4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote | $85,000-$95,000

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing finance team. This highly visible role will support month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, audit preparation, and special projects, while partnering closely with leadership and cross-functional teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys a hands-on role, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants exposure to both day-to-day accounting and strategic initiatives, including acquisitions and process improvements.

Why Join?

• High-impact role with visibility to senior leadership
• Exposure to acquisitions, integrations, and special projects
• Stable and growing organization
• Opportunity to contribute beyond traditional accounting functions
• Collaborative team environment with long-term growth potential

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support monthly close activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist with general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account analysis.
• Support accounts payable and other operational accounting functions as needed.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation for annual audits and external auditors.
• Assist with accounting system integrations and acquisition-related activities.
• Analyze financial data and identify opportunities to improve processes and controls.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support reporting and business initiatives.
• Participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and month-end close processes.
• Experience with account reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA-track preferred.
• Experience supporting external audits.
• Exposure to acquisitions, consolidations, or accounting system integrations.
• Experience in a high-growth or rapidly evolving organization.

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for a hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning the details while also contributing to larger business initiatives. The successful candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and eager to make an impact within a growing organization.