Senior Accountant
Creative Financial Staffing
Newtown, CT · Posted November 10, 2026
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Senior Accountant | Newtown, CT
Target Compensation: 80k – 90k
A growing manufacturing organization in Newtown, CT is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Senior Accountant who enjoys owning key accounting processes, supporting month-end close, and partnering with operations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, performing account reconciliations, and supporting the financial health of a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
Join a stable and growing manufacturing company
High-visibility role working closely with accounting and operations leadership
Opportunity to expand responsibilities and contribute to process improvements
Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support
Exposure to inventory, cost accounting, and operational finance
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant
As a Senior Accountant , you will:
Prepare and post monthly journal entries
Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger account reconciliations
Support month-end and year-end close processes
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger
Analyze financial results and investigate account variances
Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses
Assist with financial statement preparation and internal reporting
Support inventory accounting and related reconciliations
Assist with audit preparation and external auditor requests
Identify and implement process improvements within the accounting function
Partner with operations and leadership on accounting and reporting initiatives
Preferred Qualifications of the Senior Accountant
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4+ years of progressive accounting experience
Manufacturing accounting experience preferred
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close
Experience with journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
ERP experience preferred
Advanced Excel skills
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