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Senior Accountant
Kforce
Location : Stamford, CT, 06901
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $95,000 - 105,000 Annually
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Senior Accountant
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DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Accountant in Stamford, CT. Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Senior Accountant will lead month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely reconciliations of all accounts, (balance sheet, income statement, multiple banks, etc.)
- Prepare budget to actual variance analysis, supplying detailed "drill down" management reports
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
- Assist with an ERP software data integration and "go live" process
- Support audits and internal control, risk minimization, and process efficiency initiatives
- As a Senior Accountant, you will work with internal teams to ensure financial controls and compliance
- Assist with audit preparation and provide support to external auditors
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3+ years of accounting, variance, and/or audit experience
- Management reporting, and multi-entity reconciliation experience
- Contract Analysis and revenue recognition exposure
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.)
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Freqently Asked Questions
Stamford's finance sector shows steady demand for senior accountants, fueled by its robust corporate environment. Candidates often face moderate competition, with preference for professionals skilled in multi-entity reconciliations and ERP integrations, reflecting local employer priorities in accounting accuracy and system proficiency.
While a bachelor's degree is fundamental, Stamford employers often value additional certifications such as CPA or CMA to demonstrate advanced expertise. Given the city's emphasis on financial compliance and audit readiness, credentials supporting risk management and tax knowledge can significantly enhance job prospects.
Senior accountants often advance toward managerial roles like accounting manager or financial controller. Experience with audit processes, ERP implementations, and comprehensive reporting opens pathways to leadership positions overseeing multi-entity accounting functions, especially in firms valuing strategic financial oversight.
Senior accountants handle complex tasks such as leading month-end closes, preparing variance analysis, and supporting audits, whereas junior accountants typically focus on routine bookkeeping and transaction entry. The senior role demands advanced analytical skills and oversight of financial controls, reflecting higher accountability.
Kforce emphasizes comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid time off for salaried staff, which enhance work-life balance. Their focus on equal opportunity and supportive communication channels also contributes to a transparent and inclusive workplace culture, appealing to senior accounting professionals.
Performance assessments at Kforce extend to collaboration effectiveness with internal teams, contribution to process improvement initiatives, and adaptability during ERP software transitions. This holistic evaluation underscores the value placed on leadership in financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Senior accountants in Stamford typically earn between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Factors such as advanced Excel proficiency, audit exposure, and multi-entity reconciliation expertise can influence compensation within this competitive regional market.
The day involves leading month-end and year-end closings, resolving discrepancies in financial records, conducting detailed budget variance analysis, and supporting audit preparations. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, timely reporting, and cross-departmental coordination to maintain financial compliance.
Senior accountants are often integral to ERP software integration and 'go live' processes, requiring adaptability and technical acuity. This involvement ensures data integrity and smooth transitions, highlighting a blend of accounting expertise with emerging technological competencies.
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