Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant (Onsite – Wallingford, CT)

Six-Month Contract with Potential for Permanent Hire

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Team Size: 3

Position Summary:

This role supports the finance department by performing a variety of accounting tasks focused on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Assist with financial reporting and audit preparation.
• Execute scheduled payment runs and ensure timely processing.
• Enter financial data into internal systems with a high degree of accuracy.
• Support accounts payable operations, including invoice processing and vendor communications.
• Collaborate with purchasing and receiving teams to resolve transactional issues.
• Maintain organized records of financial documents including invoices and purchase orders.
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and customers, resolving issues professionally.
• Work cross-functionally to improve efficiency in financial workflows.
• Lead efforts to reduce errors and streamline AP/AR processes.
• Serve as the primary contact for customer billing and collections.
• Manage all aspects of accounts receivable, including invoicing, posting payments, and follow-ups.
• Provide support for internal and external financial inquiries.
• Participate in special accounting projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience in accounting or a related financial role.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and ERP platforms (specific systems not required).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Effective problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.