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).
Staff Accountant/Bookeeper-Temp Westport, Connecticut, United States Apply for this job Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper Consulting /
Temporary Location:
Fairfield County, CT Schedule:
On-site preferred; some flexibility for hybrid
Hours:
Approximately 30-40 hours per week
Start:
Immediate Company Overview Our client is a small, established international company seeking an experienced Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper to join its CT office. The organization has approximately 20 employees overall, with a close-knit team of five working onsite. This is an immediate consulting need with potential for long-term permanent hire, reporting to the Dir. of Finance. Position Overview The Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper will work closely with the Director of Finance and support the day-to-day accounting, cash management, and financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone comfortable working in a smaller company environment where responsibilities are broad, and priorities can shift. The successful candidate should be organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing transactional accounting while communicating with banks, vendors, and other third parties. A college degree is not required. Practical accounting/bookkeeping experience and the ability to independently manage day-to-day responsibilities are more important. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities Review, process, and upload invoices into the company's accounting/operating system Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies Assist with daily cash management and treasury activities Record and post banking transactions accurately and in a timely manner Monitor cash activity and assist with maintaining accurate cash balances Communicate with banks and other third-party providers regarding transactions, payments, cash applications, and account-related matters Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation Assist with vendor and customer account questions and reconciliations Support the Director of Finance with routine accounting and financial activities Help ensure transactions are properly recorded, and accounting information remains current and accurate Assist with additional accounting, reporting, and administrative projects as needed Qualifications Prior experience in bookkeeping, staff accounting, or a similar hands-on accounting position Strong working knowledge of AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and general accounting processes Experience with cash management or treasury-related activities is highly desirable Comfortable working directly with banks, vendors, and other outside parties Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records Organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities in a small-company environment Comfortable working independently while partnering closely with the Director of Finance Strong communication and follow-through Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel Sage Intacct experience is a plus but not required College degree is not required; relevant hands-on experience will be strongly considered Schedule & Work Environment The company would ideally like someone who can work on-site in Westport, particularly during the training and transition period, although there is some flexibility for the right candidate for more of a hybrid schedule over time. The position will not exceed 40 hours per week and could potentially average closer to 30-35 hours per week. For candidates seeking a traditional full-time schedule, the company can accommodate approximately 40 hours. Why Consider This Opportunity? This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being a key contributor within a small, collaborative office rather than one person in a large accounting department. You will work directly with the Director of Finance, receive hands-on training, and take ownership of meaningful day-to-day accounting responsibilities. While the immediate need is temporary, there is real potential for the position to become a long-term or permanent role depending on business needs and overall fit. Interview Process The process will move quickly: One video interview with the Director of Finance Immediate decision/start for the right candidate The company would ideally like someone in place within one week or sooner. Apply for this job
