Bookkeeper Jobs in Connecticut

INTRODUCTION

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accounting Manager will manage the daily, monthly and quarterly activities of the Corporate Office’s Accounts Payable and related accrual accounting processes. This will include the completion of various account reconciliations and analyses. Supervise the senior accountant located in the Greenwich office as well as manage assigned GOSC resources located in India.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Perform and supervise month-end close activities.
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries (prepaids, accruals, etc.).
• Conduct and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Lead process documentation and enhancement efforts.
• Handle team and corporate accounting processes.
• Participate in a hybrid work schedule with 3 days onsite and 2 days working remotely.
• Have a working knowledge of Debt and Derivatives processes and accounting.
• Address accounting issues that arise on a timely basis, in particular related to accruals and other vendor specific spending analyses.
• Lead various accounting and reporting process improvement initiatives and system enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Supervise, train and develop staff accountants; interact with multiple departments including Finance and Operations.
• Work within the Corporate Controllership team.
• Interact with internal and external audit.
• Present information to the internal leadership team.
• Collaborate with other finance functions both at Corporate and within regions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years’ experience in Accounting or Finance
• Strong US GAAP Knowledge

PAY, BENEFITS AND MORE

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

OTHER INFORMATION

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.