Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity in Stamford, Connecticut. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can oversee monthly close activities across multiple accounts while ensuring accurate reporting and compliance. The position will play a key role in financial statement preparation, reconciliations, tax filings, and ongoing client-focused accounting support.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee month-end accounting activities for multiple accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and records are accurate.
• Perform and review bank reconciliations on a regular basis to maintain alignment between cash activity and general ledger balances.
• Examine journal entries, including recurring, daily, and payroll-related postings, to confirm completeness and accuracy.
• Review accounts payable coding and related transactions to ensure expenses are classified correctly.
• Prepare client-facing month-end questions and follow up on outstanding items needed to complete the close process.
• Track and compile reportable events in accordance with each client's reporting schedule and requirements.
• Record recurring monthly entries and manage prepaid expense amortization as part of the close cycle.
• Conduct analytical reviews of income statement activity and investigate material variances.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reconcile asset and liability accounts, and complete required sales, use, and occupancy tax filings.
• Contribute to special accounting assignments and other ad hoc projects as business needs arise.