Senior Accountant
Gaultfamilyco, Westport, CT, United States
The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial operations across multiple Gault Family Companies entities, including Energy, Stone, and Real Estate divisions. This is a hands‑on leadership position responsible for managing core accounting functions while developing a high‑performing team. The Assistant Controller must be comfortable operating at a detailed transactional level while maintaining visibility into the broader financial picture. This role is expected to lead the monthly close process, support compliance and reporting requirements, and continuously improve accounting processes. Success in this role requires a leader who consistently demonstrates Gault Family Companies’ core values—Integrity in financial accuracy and compliance, Ownership in taking responsibility for deadlines and results, Teamwork in developing and supporting team members, and Caring in fostering a positive and accountable work environment. This position will initially focus on execution and stabilization of accounting operations, with the opportunity to grow into a more strategic financial leadership role over time.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accounting Operations & Close Process
Lead and execute the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and key account analyses
Manage intercompany transactions and ensure accurate consolidation of financial results
Oversee general ledger activity including journal entries and account maintenance
Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies to maintain clean and reliable financial records
Ensure financial data is complete, accurate, and aligned across all entities
Directly manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team members
Provide hands‑on coaching and training to strengthen accounting knowledge and technical capabilities
Develop team members with varied accounting backgrounds, including non‑degreed experience, through structured support and clear expectations
Establish accountability for accuracy, timeliness, and follow‑through across all team functions
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration
Coordinate and prepare internal financial statements across all entities
Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with leadership expectations
Provide financial information and insights to support operational and strategic decision‑making
Partner with the Controller to improve visibility into business performance and financial trends
Compliance, Controls & Audit Support
Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of internal control systems
Assist with external audits including financial audits, 401(k), and insurance‑related audits
Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable financial regulations
Maintain documentation and processes to support audit readiness
Monitor regulatory changes and ensure appropriate application across entities
Tax & Regulatory Reporting
Oversee preparation and timely filing of Sales & Use Tax, Excise Tax, Gross Earnings Tax, and Special Fuel Tax returns
Ensure completion and accuracy of personal property tax filings across all entities
Coordinate required regulatory reporting, including Census Bureau submissions
Process Improvement & Systems
Evaluate current accounting operations and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and accuracy
Partner with the Controller to implement process improvements and strengthen workflows
Assess effectiveness of accounting systems and recommend enhancements (ERP: Great Plains preferred)
Drive consistency and standardization across multiple entities and divisions
PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
CPA preferred
Experience in Public Accounting (Big 4 or similar) and private industry preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and multi‑entity accounting environments
Demonstrated experience leading or supporting accounting teams
Advanced Excel skills required, including data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting
Experience with ERP systems, Great Plains preferred
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Ability to “roll up sleeves” and execute the close process with urgency and accuracy
Strong technical accounting skills with practical, hands‑on application
Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort working with large and complex data sets
Effective teacher and coach, able to develop team members with varying levels of formal training
High attention to detail while maintaining awareness of broader financial impact
Strong organizational and time management skills across multiple entities
Clear and professional communication with internal teams and leadership
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
100% office. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to work from a stationary position, sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Accounting Operations & Close Process
Lead and execute the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and key account analyses
Manage intercompany transactions and ensure accurate consolidation of financial results
Oversee general ledger activity including journal entries and account maintenance
Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies to maintain clean and reliable financial records
Ensure financial data is complete, accurate, and aligned across all entities
Directly manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team members
Provide hands‑on coaching and training to strengthen accounting knowledge and technical capabilities
Develop team members with varied accounting backgrounds, including non‑degreed experience, through structured support and clear expectations
Establish accountability for accuracy, timeliness, and follow‑through across all team functions
Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and collaboration
Coordinate and prepare internal financial statements across all entities
Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with leadership expectations
Provide financial information and insights to support operational and strategic decision‑making
Partner with the Controller to improve visibility into business performance and financial trends
Compliance, Controls & Audit Support
Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of internal control systems
Assist with external audits including financial audits, 401(k), and insurance‑related audits
Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable financial regulations
Maintain documentation and processes to support audit readiness
Monitor regulatory changes and ensure appropriate application across entities
Tax & Regulatory Reporting
Oversee preparation and timely filing of Sales & Use Tax, Excise Tax, Gross Earnings Tax, and Special Fuel Tax returns
Ensure completion and accuracy of personal property tax filings across all entities
Coordinate required regulatory reporting, including Census Bureau submissions
Process Improvement & Systems
Evaluate current accounting operations and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and accuracy
Partner with the Controller to implement process improvements and strengthen workflows
Assess effectiveness of accounting systems and recommend enhancements (ERP: Great Plains preferred)
Drive consistency and standardization across multiple entities and divisions
PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
CPA preferred
Experience in Public Accounting (Big 4 or similar) and private industry preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and multi‑entity accounting environments
Demonstrated experience leading or supporting accounting teams
Advanced Excel skills required, including data analysis, reconciliations, and reporting
Experience with ERP systems, Great Plains preferred
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Ability to “roll up sleeves” and execute the close process with urgency and accuracy
Strong technical accounting skills with practical, hands‑on application
Advanced Excel proficiency and comfort working with large and complex data sets
Effective teacher and coach, able to develop team members with varying levels of formal training
High attention to detail while maintaining awareness of broader financial impact
Strong organizational and time management skills across multiple entities
Clear and professional communication with internal teams and leadership
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
100% office. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to work from a stationary position, sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
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