Staff Accountant
Location & Work Model: Old Saybrook, CT | On-site | Full-Time
Compensation: $65,000-$80,000
About the Company
A well-established, industry-leading manufacturer headquartered in Connecticut, this company has been at the forefront of its niche for nearly 40 years. With operations spanning the U.S. and Canada — including multiple manufacturing facilities — the organization is known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across all business functions, including product development, operations, and employee growth. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of a publicly traded parent corporation and maintains a collaborative, people-first culture.
Position Overview
The Staff Accountant will support daily accounting processes contributing to the month-end close for a multi-entity manufacturing organization. This is an AP-plus role offering broad exposure to multiple facets of accounting and finance — including balance sheet reconciliations, sales & use tax, and ad hoc analysis — within a small, collaborative department at a very successful and stable company. An ideal opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow beyond a traditional AP scope in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Core Responsibilities
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Process accounts payable transactions — fewer than 100 invoices per week — via check, ACH, or wire; all processed in-house
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Process employee expense reports through Concur
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Support the full monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close cycle, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
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Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts within the BlackLine system in compliance with company policy and SOX requirements
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Assist with monthly financial reporting, including balance sheet analytics, cash flow statements, and capital expenditure tracking
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Prepare sales & use tax filings (prepared in-house)
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Support the maintenance of accounts including Deferred Sales, Rebate Accruals, Intangible Assets, Prepaid Expenses, and Other Liabilities
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Serve as back-up to the Rebate Program and provide support to Cash Applications as needed
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Assist with Budget vs. Actual analysis of SG&A spend
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Support internal and external audit requests throughout the year
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Identify and contribute to process improvement initiatives within the AP and broader accounting function
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Complete ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
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2–8 years of accounting experience; exposure to AP and month-end close preferred
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Strong Microsoft Excel skills — this is a heavily Excel-based environment
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Comfortable managing multiple priorities and moving parts simultaneously
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Self-starter who can work independently and shows initiative
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Strong attention to detail with solid analytical and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Manufacturing industry experience
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Familiarity with JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system
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Experience with Concur expense management
Compensation & Benefits
This organization offers a competitive total rewards package, including:
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage; HDHP/HSA option; telemedicine and virtual physical therapy
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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401(k) with company match; Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Paid parental leave; adoption reimbursement; tuition reimbursement
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FSAs for healthcare and dependent care
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Short- and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance
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Financial wellness planning resources
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