Senior Accountant

Smith Arnold Partners · Westport, Connecticut

FULL TIME

Job Description

Direct exposure to executive leadership and decision-makers

Opportunity to contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives

Stable, growing organization with a collaborative culture

Excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to grow into a senior-level role

Title: Staff – Senior Accountant (depending on experience

Westport, CT

Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports

Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance

Perform financial analysis and variance reporting to support business decisions

Participate in monthly financial reviews and provide insights into operational performance

Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed

Help maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures

Contribute to the development and implementation of accounting policies and process improvements

Support cash flow monitoring and financial planning activities

Participate in special projects and corporate initiatives

Assist in driving automation efforts using tools such as Power BI, Power Automate, Alteryx, Excel, and other reporting platforms

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

2+ years of progressive accounting experience for Staff level; additional experience preferred for Senior level consideration

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles

Exposure to financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes

Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities

Ability to communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

CPA, MBA, or other professional certifications are a plus

Experience with Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, Python, Vena, or similar reporting and automation tools is highly desirable