Accounting Manager (Hybrid role) in Wallingford

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Confidential Accounting Manager Opportunity
Location: Wallingford, CT (Hybrid – minimum 2 days onsite)
Compensation: $120,000–$125,000
Agreement: 22%

Overview:
Our client, a well-established and growing organization, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee and manage the full accounting function. This is a hybrid role requiring at least 2 days onsite in Wallingford, CT, and offers a competitive salary for a top-tier candidate.

Reporting To: Director, Accounting and Business Services

Role Summary:
The Accounting Manager will lead all facets of the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The role includes preparing month-end and year-end close processes, managing audits, and delivering actionable financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations across the full spectrum of functions, including GL, AP, AR, payroll, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, capital asset reconciliations, and debt activity.

• Ensure timely month-end close (within 5 days), producing financial statements and ad hoc analytical reports.

• Oversee payroll processing, reconciliation, and reporting (ADP experience ).

• Assist with annual budgeting and year-end audits, including preparation of schedules, analysis, and liaison with auditors.

• Lead, mentor, and guide accounting staff to optimize workflow and ensure task completion.

• Develop process improvements to streamline procedures and enhance operational efficiency.

• Prepare regulatory filings and reports (SoS, PURA, FCC, USAC, PBGC, etc.) as required.

• Communicate regularly with leadership regarding workflow, issues, and project status.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience.

• Strong accounting knowledge across all areas; GAAP compliance essential.

• Advanced Excel skills required; Microsoft Dynamics SL and Sage Fixed Assets experience a plus.

• Experience with payroll systems, preferably ADP.

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; highly collaborative and detail-oriented.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Experience mentoring and supervising staff; effective at giving and receiving feedback.

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