Corporate Accountant

Location: Shelton Area, CT

Salary: $70,000–$90,000+ DOE, with year‑end bonus

Schedule: Full‑Time, Hybrid

About the role

Our client is looking to add a Corporate Accountant to its growing accounting and finance team. This newly created position reports directly to the Controller and offers the opportunity to take on a broad range of accounting responsibilities while gaining exposure to leadership. The Corporate Accountant will play an important role in day‑to‑day accounting operations, month‑end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations. The role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, identify inefficiencies, and help improve existing accounting processes, with strong growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting, journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close.
• Support financial reporting and account analysis.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections as needed.
• Prepare reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Support annual audits and provide requested documentation.
• Assist with process improvements and accounting initiatives.
• Partner directly with the Controller and other members of leadership.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to existing accounting processes.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Strong corporate accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of general‑ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and month‑end close.
• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, and audit support.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Proactive personality with the ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000–$90,000+ depending on experience.
• Year‑end bonus.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Company‑sponsored events and team activities.
• Opportunity for continued professional growth.