Staff Accountant

Description

Position:
Staff Accountant

Location:

Chesire, CT (5 days on-site)

Recruiter Contact:
Ryan Genua Ryan.

Genua@Roberthalf com

Job Posting: RG

We are looking for a meticulous Staff Accountant to join our team in Cheshire, Connecticut. This role is ideal for a candidate who thrives in nonprofit and grant accounting environments, with responsibilities spanning financial reporting, compliance, and month-end processes. The position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting organizational goals.

Responsibilities:

- Complete month-end closing tasks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews.

- Prepare and interpret financial statements and variance analyses to inform decision-making.

- Oversee grant accounting processes, such as tracking budgets, ensuring compliance, and recording revenue and expenditures.

- Maintain and update fund accounting records and nonprofit-specific chart of accounts.

- Contribute to accounts receivable and payable operations as required.

- Assist with creating budgets and conducting periodic financial forecasts.

- Develop schedules and compile documentation for audits and grant reporting.

- Ensure adherence to nonprofit accounting standards and internal control procedures.

- Collaborate with program teams to reconcile expenditures and produce accurate grant reports.

- Participate in special financial projects and initiatives to improve processes.

If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Ryan Genua ua@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

- At least three years of accounting experience, with a preference for nonprofit or grant accounting.

- Proven expertise in month-end close processes and financial reporting.

- Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel skills; familiarity with tools like Quick Books, Sage Intacct, or Blackbaud is advantageous.

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, alongside the ability to meet strict deadlines.

- Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.

- Solid understanding of fund accounting principles, grant compliance, and nonprofit reporting standards.

- Experience preparing audit schedules and working with external auditors is preferred.

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