Staff Accountant

Description

Job Title:

Staff Accountant

Location:

Orange, CT (On-site, 5 days/week)

Position Type:
Full-Time / Permanent

Recruiter Contact:
Abby Harpp - abby.harpp@roberthalf com

Job Reference: AH

We're partnering with a mission-driven, education-focused organization in New Haven County that is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join their team. In this role, you'll work closely with the Controller and support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and special projects tied to organizational growth initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants broad exposure and meaningful responsibility in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do:

+ Process monthly and ad-hoc ACH stipend payments

+ Maintain the general ledger and bookkeeping in Quick Books

+ Reconcile accounts and manage company checkbooks

+ Handle AR, AP, billing, and payments

+ Support annual audit and tax preparation

+ Assist with financial analysis for projects, acquisitions, or initiatives

+ Review and manage contracts and documentation workflows

+ Support day-to-day accounting operations and ad hoc projects

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

+ 1-3+ years of accounting experience

+

Experience with bookkeeping, reconciliations, AP/AR, and general ledger maintenance

+ Mandarin Chinese proficiency required

How You'll Stand Out:

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

+ Experience supporting audits and tax preparation

+ Exposure to financial analysis or project-based accounting work

+ Intermediate to advanced Quick Books and Excel skills

+ Adobe Sign or contract management tools

Why You'll Love This Role / Company:

+ Mission-driven organization supporting education and cultural exchange

+ Opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives and organizational growth

+ Stable company with long-standing institutional partnerships

+ Direct visibility to leadership and opportunity to learn from an experienced Controller

+ Broad, hands-on accounting exposure that supports long-term career development

If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more, please email your resume to abby.harpp@roberthalf com and reference AH.

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