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Lead Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$84,868 / year median in Connecticut
-5% projected decline
Job Description
CFS - 4.0
Hamden, CT Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $80,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degreeFull Job Description Lead Accountant Salary:
$65,000-$80,000 depending on experience (not specified — insert if available) Full-time onsite inNew Haven County Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Join a collaborative, mission-driven Finance team supporting a nonprofit serving children and families Report directly to the Director of Finance with visibility into agency-wide financial operations Strong benefits package — medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and up to 92% employer-covered premium on select plans Employer-contributed 401(k) plan to support your long-term savings Interest-free tuition loans and ongoing support for continuing education and certifications Generous PTO, including vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays Opportunity to support audit prep, funder reporting, and Board-level reporting — broad, meaningful exposure Key Responsibilities for theLead Accountant:
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and support monthly close activities Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to AR, AP, payroll, and other transactions Prepare balance sheet schedules and supporting documentation for account reconciliations Monitor daily cash activity, bank balances, and AP aging Assist with annual audits, funder reporting, and Form 1099 filing Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and Agency financial policies Qualifications for theLead Accountant:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required 2-7 years of accounting experience preferred; nonprofit experience highly desirable CPA or other relevant certification preferred Experience with general ledger systems (Sage preferred) and strong Excel proficiency #LeadAccountant #AccountingJobs #NonprofitJobs #CTJobs #LI-EL1 #INSEP2026Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Personal Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development