Senior Accountant
Creative Financial Staffing
Shelton, CT · Posted November 3, 2026
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Senior Accountant | Shelton, CT
Compensation: 70k-90k
A growing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning key accounting processes, improving financial accuracy, and partnering with business leaders to support the organization’s continued growth.
The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger management while supporting a variety of accounting and finance initiatives.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
Stable and growing organization
Highly visible role within the accounting team
Opportunity to take ownership of key accounting functions
Collaborative and team-oriented environment
Exposure to leadership and cross-functional business operations
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Accountant , you will:
Prepare and post monthly journal entries
Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations
Lead and support month-end and year-end close activities
Analyze financial results and investigate variances
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses
Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit activities
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
Improve accounting processes and internal controls
Collaborate with internal departments on financial and operational initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations
ERP system experience preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
The Ideal Senior Accountant Will Be
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Hands-on and proactive
Analytical with strong critical-thinking skills
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Focused on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
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