Accountant
Title: Accountant
Location: Stamford, CT
Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 Base + Discretionary Bonus
Schedule: 5 Days On-Site
About the Role
A global trading firm is seeking a skilled and motivated Accountant to join its Stamford-based team. This is a high-impact, individual contributor role ideal for someone with a strong foundation in GAAP and IFRS, technical accounting, and audit processes. You'll play a key role in financial reporting, external audits, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare annual statutory financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Assist with IFRS reporting and technical accounting documentation
- Prepare consolidated financial statements for clients and subsidiaries
- Lead or support external audit processes and coordinate with auditors
- Conduct monthly and quarterly balance sheet analysis and reconciliations
- Maintain and enhance the firm's general ledger and accounting systems
- Collaborate with tax, compliance, and business teams to resolve accounting issues
- Support internal control improvements and process optimization
- Assist with firmwide accounting initiatives and special projects
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting across business units
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
- CPA preferred or in progress
- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, ideally in financial services or public accounting
- Strong understanding of GAAP; exposure to IFRS is a plus
- Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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