Job Description
Job Description
Staff Accountant - Milford CT
Reference ID: BR0013307998
Contact: Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf.c0m
Our growing client is adding a staff accountant to their team! In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial records, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and supporting accurate reporting processes. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial health of the organization while honing your accounting skills, and working under a top notch Controller.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and review corporate tax returns to ensure compliance
• Manage sales tax filings and address related inquiries.
• Post and reconcile journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Maintain and update the general ledger to reflect all transactions accurately.
• Assist with month-end close processes, including account reconciliations and reporting.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports for management review.
• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to company accounting policies.
• Backup for accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions as needed
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting
• Knowledge of sales tax and corporate tax regulations.
• Experience with journal entries and general ledger maintenance.
• Familiarity with month-end close procedures and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Prior experience within manufacturing, distribution, retail or similar industry