Senior Accountant at Vaco, LLC
Hartford, CT
About the Job
Position Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Hartford, CT
Employment Type: Consulting Position
Reports To: Controller
About the Client Company
We are recruiting on behalf of a client company in Hartford, CT, renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to financial excellence
This company is seeking a consulting Senior Accountant to support its financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and analysis while contributing to strategic financial initiatives.
Role Overview
The Senior Accountant will work closely with the Controller, overseeing key financial functions such as month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management
This role requires strong experience in SAP and a solid understanding of GAAP principles
The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to drive process improvements across the organization’s finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and execute the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate financial results.
Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
Conduct reconciliations and account analysis, identifying trends and variances to support decision-making.
Collaborate with the Controller and other finance team members to support budgeting and forecasting efforts.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, preparing documentation for audits as needed.
Utilize SAP for financial data management, reporting, and process automation.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a consulting or fast-paced environment.
Advanced proficiency in SAP and Excel, with experience in ERP systems being advantageous.
In-depth knowledge of GAAP and experience with general ledger functions and financial reporting.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with team members and stakeholders.
Why Join This Project?
This consulting opportunity offers the chance to work directly with a leading company in Hartford, CT, supporting meaningful financial operations and contributing to its continued success
The role provides valuable exposure to strategic finance initiatives while working alongside an experienced Controller and finance team.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals
As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity
You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications
You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application
In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies
California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
Location: Hartford, CT
Employment Type: Consulting Position
Reports To: Controller
About the Client Company
We are recruiting on behalf of a client company in Hartford, CT, renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to financial excellence
This company is seeking a consulting Senior Accountant to support its financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting and analysis while contributing to strategic financial initiatives.
Role Overview
The Senior Accountant will work closely with the Controller, overseeing key financial functions such as month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management
This role requires strong experience in SAP and a solid understanding of GAAP principles
The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to drive process improvements across the organization’s finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and execute the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate financial results.
Prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
Conduct reconciliations and account analysis, identifying trends and variances to support decision-making.
Collaborate with the Controller and other finance team members to support budgeting and forecasting efforts.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, preparing documentation for audits as needed.
Utilize SAP for financial data management, reporting, and process automation.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally in a consulting or fast-paced environment.
Advanced proficiency in SAP and Excel, with experience in ERP systems being advantageous.
In-depth knowledge of GAAP and experience with general ledger functions and financial reporting.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with team members and stakeholders.
Why Join This Project?
This consulting opportunity offers the chance to work directly with a leading company in Hartford, CT, supporting meaningful financial operations and contributing to its continued success
The role provides valuable exposure to strategic finance initiatives while working alongside an experienced Controller and finance team.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals
As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact
HR@vaco.com
.Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity
You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications
You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application
In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies
California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
Residents of all other states may access our policies here
Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
licensure and certification requirements;
office location and other geographic considerations;
other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure
The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
