Senior Accountant
Exceptional Service, Endless Improvement, Passionate People, and Honest and Forthright. Guided by our values, we foster a culture of growth, balance, and belonging where every team member can thrive.
We’re seeking a Senior Accountant to join our exceptional team. In this role, you will oversee daily accounting activities, ensure financial accuracy, and support companywide decision-making by maintaining strong financial controls. You’ll manage core functions such as daily transaction posting, reconciliations, tax compliance, and financial reporting, with a commitment to accuracy, ethical practices, and GAAP compliance.
The Senior Accountant also works closely with cross-functional teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial review processes, making this role a key contributor to the financial health and success of Charles IT.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure daily financial transactions — including payables and receivables — are posted timely and accurately.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal tax regulations.
- Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
- Assist with and oversee AP/AR functions.
- Process payroll timely and accurately.
- Oversee and maintain general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to gather financial data and provide financial guidance as needed.
- Perform detailed reconciliations of general ledger accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to stakeholders.
- Additional responsibilities may be included on an as needed basis
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
- Sage Intacct experience is preferred
- Extensive hands-on experience with Excel
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and organization.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate financial information clearly.
- High integrity and commitment to ethical financial practices.
- Ability to pass a background check.
- Proven ability to manage complex financial tasks and interpret financial data.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, standards, and regulations.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
At Charles IT, we believe that great people do their best work when they feel supported, empowered, and connected. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with a 3% company contribution
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Leadership development and career growth opportunities
- Quarterly team-building events and company gatherings
- Collaborative, people-first culture
- Strong commitment to work-life balance
Hybrid Work Schedule:
This role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule after the successful completion of a 60-day onboarding period. Hybrid work eligibility is specific to this position and is intended to provide flexibility while maintaining collaboration, team engagement, and client support.
Commitment to Inclusion: Charles IT is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment. We welcome diverse backgrounds and perspectives and do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic.
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- How did you hear about Charles IT?
- This position is an in-office role located in Middletown, CT
- Are you eligible to work in the United States?
- Do you have any limitations that would prevent you from performing the duties of this role as outlined in the job description?
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- Tell us why you think you'd be a great fit for Charles IT.
- If you were referred, please share the name of the individual who referred you to the role. If not, please put 'n/a'
- Please list any Accounting/Finance certifications or degrees you hold.
- If currently employed: Why are you looking to leave your current position? If not currently employed: What was the reason for leaving your most recent position?