Staff Accountant

Location: Shelton, CT (On-site)
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Staff Accountant to join a growing healthcare organization in Shelton, CT. This role is open due to the retirement of a long-tenured accountant and is critical to maintaining the company's financial operations and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing accounting processes independently while meeting important deadlines. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact and grow into a long-term role.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, with half-day Fridays

Pay

$75,000-$91,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Process and oversee payroll utilizing accounting and payroll systems
• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable
• Maintain the General Ledger
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform account reconciliations
• Complete month-end close activities in QuickBooks Online
• Prepare financial reports and maintain accurate accounting records
• Ensure compliance with accounting deadlines and internal controls
• Prepare pension reporting
• Coordinate workers' compensation audit preparation
• Assist with pension and compliance audits
• Maintain organized supporting documentation for audits
• Monitor regulatory and compliance requirements
• Partner with HR and leadership on payroll and compliance matters
• Identify process improvements and support operational continuity

Qualifications

• Required Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Payroll processing experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Preferred Paycor experience
• Preferred Healthcare industry experience
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field