Staff Accountant
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Stamford, Connecticut. This role offers a blend of onsite and remote work, supporting our accounting team with various financial processes and reporting. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively to meet deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Reconcile bank transactions, including store cash pickups and change orders, ensuring alignment with the general ledger.<br>• Assist with month-end adjustments, correcting errors, and interfacing data to the general ledger.<br>• Monitor and reconcile sales, monthly merchant statements, and credit card settlements to cash receipts.<br>• Perform daily error correction tasks to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with retail operations to address cash memo variances from store managers.<br>• Support the annual external audit by preparing audit schedules and responding to request items.<br>• Contribute to various accounting tasks and responsibilities as needed during team member absences.
<p>• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and strong analytical skills.</p><p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with Pivot tables.</p><p>• Familiarity with major accounting software packages; experience with large systems.</p><p>• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited institution.</p><p>• At least one to three years of experience in accounting roles requiring attention to detail.</p><p>• Ability to work independently while taking ownership of assigned tasks and deliverables.</p><p>• Strong attention to detail and aptitude for systems-based accounting.</p><p>• Willingness to take on new challenges and adapt to evolving responsibilities.</p>
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- Stamford, CT
- onsite
- Temporary
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33.25 - 38.50 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Stamford, Connecticut. This role offers a blend of onsite and remote work, supporting our accounting team with various financial processes and reporting. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work collaboratively to meet deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Reconcile bank transactions, including store cash pickups and change orders, ensuring alignment with the general ledger.<br>• Assist with month-end adjustments, correcting errors, and interfacing data to the general ledger.<br>• Monitor and reconcile sales, monthly merchant statements, and credit card settlements to cash receipts.<br>• Perform daily error correction tasks to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with retail operations to address cash memo variances from store managers.<br>• Support the annual external audit by preparing audit schedules and responding to request items.<br>• Contribute to various accounting tasks and responsibilities as needed during team member absences.
- 2025-12-10T20:23:44Z