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Staff Accountant
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Robert Half
New Haven, CT (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in New Haven, Connecticut. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is confident managing reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and contributing to an accurate and timely month-end close. The role offers the chance to work across general ledger activities while using ERP systems and advanced Excel functions to maintain strong financial reporting and analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post journal entries to ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with reporting deadlines.
- Perform account reconciliations by researching variances, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining supporting documentation.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including reviewing balances and helping deliver timely financial results.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy through routine analysis, account review, and correction of posting issues when needed.
- Use ERP systems to process accounting transactions, track financial data, and support ongoing reporting requirements.
- Create and analyze spreadsheets using Excel features such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP to organize data and identify trends.
- Support corporate tax and sales tax activities by gathering financial information and assisting with related filings and documentation.
- Contribute to the preparation of corporate tax return support schedules and other accounting reports as requested.