Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst

Location: Colchester, CT (onsite, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm). The position is fully onsite and reports directly to the CFO.

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Financial Analyst to join our team. The role involves managing general accounting activities, financial reporting, banking, and month‑end close processes. The analyst will support budgeting, forecasting, and income statement analysis; ensure compliance with sales tax regulations; prepare return filings; establish and maintain financial controls; assist with the annual financial and tax audit; and manage special projects as necessary.

• Manage general accounting activities, financial reporting, banking, and month‑end close.
• Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations and timely filing of returns.
• Perform day‑to‑day budgeting, forecasting, and income statement analysis.
• Complete month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close for assigned functional areas.
• Analyze and report on monthly variances to budget and prior year.
• Prepare sales and use tax returns accurately and timely.
• Establish and maintain financial controls.
• Assist with the annual financial and tax audit process.
• Manage special projects as necessary.

• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with income statements and banking.
• High proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Effective communication skills with all levels of management.

• College degree with emphasis in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• CPA or similar professional achievement preferred.
• Background in distribution is preferred but not required.

The position is office‑based and requires onsite presence every day. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The company is family‑owned and has been in business for over 100 years, providing a stable and supportive work environment.

Contract to Hire, Colchester, CT.

Pay range: $36.05 – $40.86 per hour.

Benefits (subject to eligibility and may change):

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Final date to receive applications:
January 16 2026.

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients worldwide. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain, and selected administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as modification or adjustment of the job application process due to a disability, please email astoncarter for other accommodation options.