Staff Accountant

Senior Accountant Location & Work Model: Westbrook, CT | On-site | Full-Time Compensation: Dependent on applicable experience About the Company A well‑established, industry‑leading manufacturer headquartered in Connecticut, this company has been at the forefront of its niche for nearly 40 years. With operations spanning the U.S. and Canada — including multiple manufacturing facilities — the organization is known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across all business functions, including product development, operations, and employee growth. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of a publicly traded parent corporation and maintains a collaborative, people‑first culture. Position Overview The Senior Accountant will own and manage daily accounting processes supporting the month‑end close for a multi‑entity manufacturing organization. This is a high‑visibility role with direct exposure to SOX compliance, audits, and system‑driven process improvements—well suited for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and wants to deepen technical accounting expertise while influencing how the close is executed. Core Responsibilities Support the full monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial close cycle, including preparation of journal entries Prepare, review, and reconcile balance sheet accounts within the BlackLine system in compliance with company policy and SOX requirements Manage monthly financial reporting, including balance sheet analytics, cash flow statements, and capital expenditure tracking Maintain and support complex accounts, including Deferred Sales, Rebate Accruals, Intangible Assets, Prepaid Expenses, and Other Liabilities Perform Budget vs. Actual analysis of SG&A spend Assist with internal and external audit requests throughout the year Ensure compliance with Sales & Use tax and property tax requirements Support accounting projects focused on process optimization and efficiency improvements Complete ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 4–5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with exposure to month‑end close in a manufacturing or multi‑entity environment Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements; self‑starter mentality Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate cross‑functionally Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and the broader Microsoft Office suite Preferred Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing environment Familiarity with JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system Compensation & Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage; HDHP/HSA option; telemedicine and virtual physical therapy Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) with company match; Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid parental leave; adoption reimbursement; tuition reimbursement FSAs for healthcare and dependent care Short‑ and long‑term disability; life and AD&D insurance Financial wellness planning resources #J-18808-Ljbffr CFS