Accountant

 Accountant | Shared Services

This role supports the Accounting team based in New Haven, Connecticut, reporting directly to the Director of Shared Services. The position plays a critical role in supporting multiple companies across a diverse business portfolio, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial records and reporting.

The successful candidate will be involved in daily accounting operations and month-end/quarter-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and general ledger maintenance in accordance with GAAP standards. Responsibilities also include supporting Fixed Assets, Leases, Sales Tax, and Accounts Payable functions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, strengthen internal controls, and drive process improvements.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, can manage multiple priorities effectively, and is committed to delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of professional accounting or finance experience.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and macros.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Experience working with financial systems and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of Power BI, Business Objects, JD Edwards, Oracle SmartView/Hyperion, or OneStream is considered a plus.

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Exposure to a broad and diverse business portfolio.
• Involvement in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong professional development opportunities within a collaborative team environment.
• Hands-on experience with leading financial and business intelligence tools.