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Staff 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
On SiteReference ID:
BR0013490481Contact:
Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf.c0mWe are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations in West Haven, Connecticut. This position is well suited for an early-career accounting candidate who can maintain accurate financial records, assist with month-end activities, and contribute to a dependable close process. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and comfortable working across core accounting tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record journal entries to ensure financial activity is captured accurately and on time.
- Complete bank reconciliations and investigate variances to keep cash records aligned with account activity.
- Perform account and ledger reconciliations to verify balances and support month-end reporting.
- Review and process employee expense submissions in accordance with company policies and documentation requirements.
- Support accounts payable activities, including invoice handling, coding, and payment preparation.
- Assist with closing activities by organizing supporting schedules and ensuring deadlines are met.