Senior Accountant Needed for Utilities Company

Our client is an energy provider headquartered in Shelton, CT. They've partnered with CFS to identify a Senior Accountant , due to the recent growth!The Senior Accountant is going to be a key contributor in the department and the ideal candidate will be adaptable, will take initiative, and have a 'can-do' personality. This is a busy department and a growing organization that offers it's employees opportunity for growth and work/life balance.Responsibilities of the senior accountant:

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts.
Handle month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities.
Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
Prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize current and projected company financial position.
Audit contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepare reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to monthly close process.
Establish, modify, document, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures.
Sales Tax and Payroll Entries knowledge
Experience with Budgeting and Cost

Preferred qualifications:

QuickBooks and strong Excel experience preferred
Experience in various industries
Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
STRONG Analytical skills
Strong accounting background - this is a very hands on role - 'roll up your sleeves' mentality