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Senior Accountant

Job in New Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06540, USA
Listing for: Vaco
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Senior Accountant

Our client, a growing and stable organization, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting the day‑to‑day accounting function, month‑end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on accounting professional with strong technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead month‑end and year‑end close activities.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals.
  • Maintain and analyze general ledger activity.
  • Prepare internal financial reports and supporting schedules.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities as needed.
  • Monitor financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
  • Assist with audits and provide documentation to internal and external auditors.
  • Identify process improvements and support accounting system enhancements.
  • Collaborate with operations, finance, and leadership teams on ad‑hoc projects and reporting needs.
  • Mentor and support junior accounting staff as needed.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in corporate accounting or public accounting.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, and month‑end close procedures.
  • Experience with journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA or CPA track preferred.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Prior experience supporting audits and financial statement preparation.
  • Exposure to manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or service‑based environments.
  • Experience identifying and implementing process improvements.
Benefits

The role includes discretionary bonuses and participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact  .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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