Oak Ridge Waste and Recycling in Danbury, CT is looking for an experienced Staff Accountant that has experience in the waste and recycling industry. Full-Time Permanent position.

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant will assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities.

Work Schedule & Salary:

· The base hours are 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday-Friday. The requirements of this position anticipate exceeding a 40 hour work week on a regular basis as duties and deadlines require.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Assists in the preparation of monthly balance sheets and income statements; prepares journal entries as needed.

· Assists in maintaining the general ledger.

· Assists Controller as needed and directed

· Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and participates in the monthly close, specifically monthly invoice accruals; prepares related journal entries.

· Verifies and reconciles payment of invoices associated with accounts payable vendor statements.

· As needed, provides outside auditors with assistance; gathers necessary account information and documents.

· Assists in management of the purchasing and invoicing system (or, Monitors Purchase Order System to ensure process, accuracy & timeliness)

· Apply for credit with new vendors and ensure vendor data is maintained

· Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong planning and problem-solving skills

· Ability to analyze financial information and communicate effectively to management

· Process-oriented with the ability to implement change

· Knowledge of general financial accounting.

· Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), and accounting software.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field.

· At least two years of related experience.

· Experience in working for a waste and recycling company is a plus

· Experience with Great Plains software is a definite plus

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Oak Ridge Waste and Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Danbury, CT 06810: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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