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Senior Accountant

Vaco
$32.00 - $36.00 / hr
United States, Connecticut, Meriden
Nov 23, 2024
Job Title: Senior Accountant Job Overview:Our client is a leading innovator in the tech industry, dedicated to developing cutting-edge solutions that drive the future of technology. Their dynamic team thrives in an environment of creativity and collaboration, and they are seeking a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join thefinance department. Position Overview: As a Senior Accountant for our client, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. You will oversee accounting functions, ensure compliance with financial regulations, and contribute to financial reporting and analysis. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of accounting principles and experience in the tech industry. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and internal policies. General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts. Review and post journal entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Account Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other balance sheet accounts. Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement. Provide insights and recommendations to senior management. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts. Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide variance analysis. Compliance and Controls: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls. Assist in the preparation for audits and liaise with external auditors as needed. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency. Implement best practices and support system enhancements. Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior accountants and finance staff. Oversee their work and provide training and support as needed. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation preferred. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial reporting and analysis. Experience in the tech industry is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills. Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights. Attention to Detail: Meticulous and detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting and account management. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively present financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Team Player: Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across departments. Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.