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Senior Accountant

farmington, CT

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CFS lists this Senior Accountant opportunity in farmington, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Senior Accountant

Farmington, CT (hybrid schedule)

About the Opportunity

Our client is a successful and growing manufacturing company with a strong track record of year-over-year performance. They are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team and play a key role in supporting the company’s accounting and financial operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to take ownership, drive process improvements, and have a meaningful impact within a high-performing organization.

Highlights

Opportunity to join a company that hires very well and surrounds its employees with “A” players

Clear path for internal growth and career advancement

Strong bonus plan and generous benefits package

Significant autonomy and ownership in the role — ideal for someone who enjoys driving change, improving processes, and taking initiative

Join a successful manufacturing company that has consistently performed well year after year

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee key areas of the general ledger and month-end close process

Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports

Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances and discrepancies

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

Partner with operations and other departments to improve financial processes and reporting

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and improve efficiency

Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, and cost accounting activities as needed

Assist with annual audits, tax reporting, and other external financial requirements

Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decision-making

Take ownership of accounting projects and process improvements

Maintain compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards

Perform other accounting and finance duties as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

4+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting

Manufacturing or cost accounting experience strongly preferred

Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial analysis

Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP systems

Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines

Self-starter with a continuous-improvement mindset

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments

Why Join?

This is more than a traditional Senior Accountant position. It is an opportunity to join a high-performing manufacturing organization , work alongside talented professionals, and have the autonomy to make improvements that directly impact the business. For the right person, this role offers both immediate ownership and a clear path for long-term career growth .

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Worksite address

farmington, CT, 06030, US

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