Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Accountant
Onsite – Thomaston, CT
$90,000 – $110,000 base + bonus
Direct Hire / Permanent Role

We are partnering with a global manufacturing organization to hire a Senior Accountant for their Thomaston, Connecticut facility. This role reports to the Plant Controller and plays a key part in supporting month-end close, financial reporting, and operational performance across multiple production units.

Key Responsibilities

• Own balance sheet reconciliations (cash, fixed assets, liabilities, and other accounts), ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of variances
• Support working capital initiatives including AP optimization, inventory reporting, and process improvements
• Maintain strong internal controls and support audit readiness and compliance requirements
• Manage and enhance cost accounting processes, including inventory valuation and manufacturing cost reporting
• Provide detailed analysis on plant performance, cost drivers, and profitability
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting cycles, including variance analysis and recommendations
• Partner closely with Finance and Operations teams to strengthen cost control and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to a collaborative, hands-on plant finance environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience with strong month-end close and related processes, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a cost-focused mindset
• Comfortable working in a deadline-driven, plant-based environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and take ownership

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications, please apply for immediate consideration.

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