Description We are searching for a Sr. Accountant to join our team in the distribution industry, located the Bloomfield, Connecticut area. As a Sr. Accountant, you will play a vital role in managing our financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and providing valuable insights to support business decision-making. Responsibilities: Oversee the creation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting principles and regulatory requirements. Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, which includes reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and analyzing financial data. Monitor and analyze costs and provide recommendations for cost optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain standard costing models, providing accurate cost data for pricing decisions and profitability analysis. Conduct variance analysis and investigate discrepancies between budgeted and actual costs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions. Assist in the development and monitoring of internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Support external audits and ensure timely and accurate provision of information to auditors. Provide financial guidance and support to management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. Stay updated with accounting standards and industry trends, recommending and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Mentor and train junior accounting staff, fostering their professional growth and development.For quickest consideration please email directly to chelsea.halon@roberthalf com vs “applying”. All inquiries are confidential. Please note: at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission. Chelsea.halon@roberthalf comRequirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation is highly preferred
Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the manufacturing or distribution industry
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements
Proficient in using accounting software and ERP systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to manipulate and analyze large data sets
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive financial information
For quickest consideration please email directly to chelsea.halon@roberthalf com vs “applying”. All inquiries are confidential. Please note: at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission. Chelsea.halon@roberthalf comRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
