Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Shelton, Connecticut. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to manage comprehensive accounting operations, including payroll, financial reporting, and benefits administration. This role provides a pathway from contract to permanent employment, where you will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting organizational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

- Handle the full cycle of accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger updates, and journal entries.

- Prepare monthly financial statements such as profit and loss reports, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses.

- Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations while monitoring cash flow to ensure accuracy.

- Process payroll bi-weekly and semi-monthly using Paycor, ensuring wages, benefits, and deductions are properly reported.

- Administer retirement plan contributions and maintain compliance with relevant regulations.

- Coordinate with leadership and external partners for quarterly reviews, year-end reporting, and tax preparation.

- Assist with internal and external audits by preparing necessary financial records and addressing auditor inquiries.

- Track office lease payments and deadlines, providing updates to leadership on important dates and requirements.

- Oversee property tax filings and payments to ensure timely and accurate submissions.

- Maintain and recommend improvements to accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance. Requirements - Minimum of 4 years of experience in full-charge bookkeeping or a similar accounting role.

- Advanced knowledge of Quick Books and familiarity with Sage or equivalent systems.

- Demonstrated experience processing payroll and managing HR workflows in Paycor or similar platforms.

- Strong expertise in benefits administration, including handling health plans and retirement plans.

- Solid organizational abilities with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

- Proven capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in dynamic environments.

- Proficiency in corporate tax, sales tax, and preparing corporate tax returns.

- In-depth understanding of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

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