Staff Accountant

We’re hiring at Pitney Bowes, where top talent builds meaningful careers and lasting impact. We Move fast, Deliver excellence, and Win together…that’s The Pitney Bowes way. Here, how we work matters just as much as what we achieve.We’re looking for people who:Act with urgency, accountability, and purposeDeliver high quality work with consistency and prideCollaborate effectively and elevate those around themFocus on outcomes that drive impact and growthJob Description:Job DescriptionYou Are:A results-driven accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves bringing order, accuracy, and insight to financial data. You’re confident working across teams, strong on details, and even stronger on follow-through. From our Shelton location, you’ll play a key role in executing critical accounting processes while partnering daily with our India-based outsourced team (U.S. hours). Your work helps keep Pitney Bowes running with precision.You Will:Own end-to-end journal entry preparation across the full trial balance, delivering accurate, timely, and well-supported entries in compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting policies.Drive the monthly close by preparing journals, completing thorough balance sheet reconciliations, and performing sharp, insight-driven flux analysis to ensure the integrity of financial results.Manage key transactional accounting flows — ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment across all business unit accounts.Support project accounting, ensuring proper recording of project-related financial activity.Deliver reporting that matters — build ad hoc financial reports and GL analysis using COGNOS and Snowflake to support business decisions.Elevate the process — document current procedures, streamline workflows, and identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement.Meet and exceed SLAs to keep internal stakeholders informed and supported.Be audit ready — prepare documentation and respond to internal and external audit requests with accuracy and speed.Your Background:Bachelor’s degree in accounting3-5 years of hands-on accounting experienceSolid understanding of GAAP and corporate accounting policiesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsHighly organized and able to manage high-volume transactional work efficientlyDetail-oriented and deadline-drivenExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in MS Office and accounting systemsExperience with SAP and Hyperion preferredCompensation:The wage range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 / year, with the actual pay dependent on your skills and experience as they relate to the job requirements.Location:This is a hybrid role, with 4 days in the Shelton, CT office required. This hybrid status may change based on business need. (No relocation assistance offered.)Sponsorship:Must be legally authorized to work in the US. Employer will not sponsor position for employment visa status now or in the future (ex. H-1B).We will:• Provide the opportunity to grow and develop your career• Offer an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives and ideas• Deliver challenging and unique opportunities to contribute to the success of a transforming organization• Offer comprehensive benefits globally (PB Benefits and Wellbeing Programs)Pitney Bowes is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability (mental or physical), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.All qualified applicants, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, are encouraged to apply.All interested individuals must apply online. Individuals with disabilities who cannot apply via our online application should refer to the alternate application options via our Individuals with Disabilities link. #J-18808-Ljbffr