Senior Accountant Location: Onsite – Central Connecticut Type: Six-Month Contract-to-Hire Software Experience Required: Blackbaud, Financial Edge Position Overview A mission-driven organization is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial reporting, treasury operations, and accounting systems. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role is responsible for producing key financial reports, managing cash flow and banking relationships, and optimizing the use of financial software platforms. The ideal candidate will have over ten years of accounting experience, including at least five years in a senior financial role within a non-profit environment. Key Responsibilities + Partner with the CFO to support financial planning, budget development, and strategic use of funding. + Assist in preparing annual and multi-year budgets, evaluating financial performance, and recommending improvements. + Lead the finance team in reporting, revenue analysis, audits, tax filings, and asset management. + Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations and reporting deadlines. + Coordinate cross-functional financial workflows and team communications. + Serve as the primary liaison with banks, auditors, and financial software vendors. + Generate flash reports and other financial summaries for executive review. + Prepare monthly financial committee reports in coordination with the CFO. + Support year-end financial statement preparation and documentation. + Review and analyze program-level financial reports post-monthly close. + Provide specialized financial reporting for affiliated housing partnerships. + Produce ad hoc reports for executive leadership as needed. Required Skills + Accounting operations, general ledger management, reconciliations, month-end close + Financial reporting, journal entries, audits, accounts payable/receivable + GAAP compliance, balance sheet analysis Qualification's + Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or Master’s degree preferred. + Experience: Minimum of 8 years in accounting/finance, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role. Experience in public accounting or human services non-profits is a plus. + Knowledge: Strong understanding of GAAP and financial operations in a non-profit setting. + Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software, Windows OS, and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word. + Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong organizational and customer service abilities. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $39.42/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hartford,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.