Senior Accountant-Contract

Company Description

Sia Partners is a next-generation consulting firm focused on delivering superior value and tangible results to its clients as they navigate the digital revolution. Our global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients’ businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy, and Data Science.

Job Description

One of our premier clients is in need of a Senior Accountant who will participate in the daily accounting tasks (supported by an offshore team), analyze financial information, maintain complete records while adhering to the standards of our global organization of an entity based in Connecticut. This contractor will actively participate and be responsible for the actuals during the closings with a special focus on balance sheet, non-operating items and taxes. The Senior Accountant will also prepare the tax calculations and tax declarations. This contractor will provide prompt responses to inquiries or complaints of internal & external parties and should be autonomous, proactive and possess strong communication skills.

Location: Stanford or Hartford, CT- Hybrid

W2 Compensation Range: This role's hourly compensation is dependent upon years of experience, education, and relevant certifications. 

Project Length: 6 Months Plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly, quarterly and year end closing in coordination with controlling and the offshore team.
• Responsible for the closings to be done according US gaps and in time.
• Manage tax calculations and declarations.
• Prepare analytical reviews and reporting packages for senior management.
• Monitoring and reconciliations: bank reconciliation, accounts receivables & payables, fixed asset module.
• Expense management - disbursements validation and AP aging analysis.
• Assist in financial audit.
• Provide ad-hoc project support.

Qualifications

• University graduate with at least 5 years working experience in accounting department.
• Working in an international company with experience on cross border transactions, transfer pricing obligations
• Working experience in an IT company is preferred but not a must.
• Strong knowledge and experience with US taxes and regulatory reporting.
• Organized, result and detail-oriented, self-motivated, analytical and able work independently. Good team player, positive attitude and can work under pressure.
• Strong at effectively handling multiple priorities under time and delivery pressures in a changing business environment.
• Good knowledge in Excel.
• Experience with the following ERP if possible: Peoplesoft and SAP 4HANA

Additional Information

At this time, Sia Partners does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who require/will require sponsorship for work authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa, or any other non-immigrant status). Applicants for employment must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for work authorization.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are part of Sia Partners’ DNA. Thanks to our expertise in several sectors and our international growth, our teams include a variety of experiences and cultures. We’re confident that promoting DEIB creates an environment in which everyone can reach their full potential.

Our global network, DEIB@Sia Partners, brings together our people worldwide to facilitate local and global progress, focused on the following areas:

• Gender equality (global Gender Equality Index score of 91/100 for FY19-20)
• LGBTQ+
• Race & Ethnicity
• Working Parents
• Disabilities

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.
To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.