Job Title: Accounting Specialist – AP & Payroll (Direct Hire) Location: Farmington, CT (Onsite) Compensation: Up to $65,000 annually, DOE Benefits: Excellent benefits package | Generous PTO | Collaborative team environment About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our client’s professional services firm in Farmington, CT. This direct hire position will focus primarily on Accounts Payable (AP) and Payroll, supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounting operations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage full cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and payments</li><li>Perform account and bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Process and audit employee expense reports in compliance with company policies</li><li>Support monthly close processes through reconciliations and journal entries</li><li>Coordinate with a 3rd party payroll provider to process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 50 employees</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of recent, steady experience in an AP-focused accounting role</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience processing or assisting with payroll (preferred but not required)</li><li>Prior experience in a professional services environment is a plus, not a must</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li></ul> To Apply: Please submit your resume here or apply directly to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf com!

<ul><li>5+ years of recent, steady experience in an AP-focused accounting role</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience processing or assisting with payroll (preferred but not required)</li><li>Prior experience in a professional services environment is a plus, not a must</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li></ul>

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Farmington, CT
onsite
Permanent
58000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
Job Title: Accounting Specialist – AP & Payroll (Direct Hire) Location: Farmington, CT (Onsite) Compensation: Up to $65,000 annually, DOE Benefits: Excellent benefits package | Generous PTO | Collaborative team environment About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our client’s professional services firm in Farmington, CT. This direct hire position will focus primarily on Accounts Payable (AP) and Payroll, supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounting operations. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage full cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and payments</li><li>Perform account and bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Process and audit employee expense reports in compliance with company policies</li><li>Support monthly close processes through reconciliations and journal entries</li><li>Coordinate with a 3rd party payroll provider to process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 50 employees</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of recent, steady experience in an AP-focused accounting role</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software and strong Excel skills</li><li>Experience processing or assisting with payroll (preferred but not required)</li><li>Prior experience in a professional services environment is a plus, not a must</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li></ul> To Apply: Please submit your resume here or apply directly to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf com!
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