Job Information
Robert Half Sr. Accountant in Newington, Connecticut
Description
Senior Accountant
Newington, CT - On Site
Reference ID: BR0013185464
Contact: Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf.c0m
Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their growing team. This individual will play a critical role in overseeing, analyzing, and optimizing accounting processes. The role requires attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across various departments, ensuring our inventory systems and reporting align with company goals and GAAP.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage aspects of inventory accounting, including cost analysis, inventory reconciliations, and variance reporting.
Develop and improve inventory tracking systems to ensure accurate inventory valuation and reporting.
Prepare monthly journal entries and perform account reconciliations
Support regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and year-end physical inventory processes to assess accuracy and compliance.
Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and production teams to ensure alignment between inventory records, operations, and financial reporting practices.
Assist in the development and implementation of policies and internal controls.
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports as part of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain accurate documentation to support audits and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, when applicable.
Contribute to ERP system implementation
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Minimum of 3+ years of accounting experience, including reconciliations, journal entries, month end close, variance analysis, etc.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong understanding of GAAP
Experience in manufacturing, retail, or any inventory-driven industry is highly preferred.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong analytical mindset
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and provide clear financial insights.
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