Staff Accountant

Temporary General Staff Accountant (Hartford, CT Area)

Position Summary

The Temporary General Staff Accountant will support the accounting department with daily accounting functions, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with the timely preparation of financial reports during a temporary assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjusting entries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and research discrepancies.
• Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for balance sheet accounts.
• Analyze account activity and investigate variances.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports.
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with company policies.
• Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with accounting team members to meet reporting deadlines.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of general accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.