Senior Accountant - audit preparation (Hartford, CT)

Stonegate Vista Community Partners is looking for a Senior Accountant. The job centres on audit preparation for grant reporting, and it would suit someone who likes steady, practical work. You would join a small organisation of about 12 people based in Hartford. What you will do • Reconcile bank and vendor accounts each month, including anything tied to grant reporting, and clear open items. • Keep the chart of accounts and supporting files tidy so anyone can follow them. • Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before payment. • Track costs around food distribution against budget and explain variances to managers. • Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close on a fixed calendar. What we are looking for • A clear, patient way of explaining numbers to non-accountants. • Careful attention to detail and a habit of checking your own work. • Two or more years of hands-on accounting experience. • Solid spreadsheet skills and comfort with an ERP or accounting system. Nice to have • A degree or certificate in accounting. • Experience with grant reporting. Working arrangement • Contract for four months, with the possibility of becoming permanent. • On site in Hartford, with some flexibility after the first few months. • We will tell you what to expect at each step of the hiring process.