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Senior Accountant - 35hrs Mon-Fri 8am-3pm
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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
CCARC INC - 3.3
New Britain, CT Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $83,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Managing accounting teams Bachelor's degree in accounting Full Job Description Senior Accountant Full-Time | Exempt | 35 Hours/Week | Monday-Friday CCARC, Inc. is seeking an experienced senior accountant to join our finance team. This position reports to the Vice President of Finance and is responsible for supporting the overall financial operations of CCARC, Inc. and the CCARC Foundation. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including journal entries and accruals. Prepare and reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and balance sheet accounts. Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Oversee and support accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and payroll functions. Assist with client representative payee accounts, including reconciliations, direct deposits, invoice payments, and account maintenance. Coordinate with internal and external auditors and assist with 401(k) audit preparation. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and strengthen internal controls. Supervise, mentor, and train finance team members and review daily accounting activities. Assist with implementation and training related to new accounting systems. Serve as backup for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting required. Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience . Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience . Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and GAAP. Proficiency with computerized accounting/payroll systems, Microsoft Excel, and Word. Experience with Blackbaud, ADP Workforce Now, and QuickBooks Online preferred. Experience with DDS contracts and/or other state agency accounting preferred. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Valid Driver's license, insurable driving record, and access to a vehicle as needed. CCARC is looking for a detail-oriented accounting professional who can work collaboratively, maintain accurate financial records, support the finance team, and contribute to efficient and effective financial operations. Please see the full job description attached for your reference.Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance