Senior Accountant - Virtual Company
Westport, CT 06880
About the Job
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Job Overview: We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with team members across various departments.
Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with management to develop annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts. Monitor budget variances and provide recommendations for improvement.
Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of financial data, including revenue, expenses, and cash flow. Identify trends, opportunities, and risks to inform strategic decision-making.
Audit Preparation: Assist with the preparation and coordination of external audits. Ensure all necessary documentation is accurate and readily available for auditors.
Tax Compliance: Prepare and file various tax returns, including corporate income tax, sales tax, and payroll tax. Stay updated on changes to tax regulations and implement necessary adjustments.
Internal Controls: Develop and implement internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Regularly review processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Team Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff. Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment to encourage professional growth.
Advisory Role: Serve as a trusted advisor to management on financial matters. Provide insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance and mitigate risks.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and a collaborative mindset.
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.
