Sr./Staff Accountant ($100K-$125K, Public Accounting/Audit or Manufacturing Exp Req)

Staff Accountant/Sr. Accountant (Public Accounting or Manufacturing Exp Req) - HybridLocation: Stamford, CT (walking distance from Stamford Station, 3 days on-site)Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 + BenefitsBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401K w/ 4% Match, PTOJob Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (3 days in office)Core Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pmStart Date: ASAPSponsorship: Not availableRelocation Assistance: Not Available Staff Accountant/Sr. Accountant (Public Accounting or Manufacturing Exp Req) Description Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Staff Accountant or Senior Accountant to add to their team in Stamford, CT. In this role, you will support general ledger accounting, month-end close, financial reporting, and intercompany activities across multiple business units while partnering closely with the Controller. The ideal candidate has a background in public accounting with audit experience involving for-profit, product-based companies OR corporate accounting experience within manufacturing. To be successful, you must have a strong technical accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities. This is a great opportunity for an auditor looking to transition from public accounting into a corporate accounting role with a profitable, growing global manufacturer that offers experienced leadership and long-term career growth. Staff Accountant/Sr. Accountant (Public Accounting or Manufacturing Exp Req) Responsibilities • Support month-end and year-end close activities across 3 business units• Document close procedures and timelines for each business unit• Prepare and process journal entries to ensure proper classification• Review and analyze general ledger postings to ensure accuracy• Investigate and resolve complex discrepancies via reconciliations• Support with financial statement preparation and reporting• Maintain and review intercompany matrix monthly for accuracy and completeness• Assist management with tax compliance and accounting administration• Support the preparation of annual external audits & address auditor inquiries• Analyze, book, and validate accruals, identifying areas for adjustment• Confirm proper and timely revenue recognition• Manage the evaluation of bad debt allowances and adjustments• Respond to requests for financial information and data• Recommend internal controls to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of accounting practices Staff Accountant/Sr. Accountant (Public Accounting or Manufacturing Exp Req) Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree is required• Public accounting experience auditing for-profit, product-based companies OR corporate accounting experience within manufacturing is required• Experience with general ledger analysis is required• Strong Excel skills, including formatting, formulas (ex: VLOOKUP) & pivot tables, are required• Ability to work on-site 3 days per week is required