Staff Accountant
Danbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Full Time
5 days ago
Key skills
AnalyticsERPCommunication
About this role
About WaterworksWhen you see the world’s most inspiring homes and hotels, you invariably find Waterworks in the mix. For over 40 years, our designs have elevated the bath and kitchen experience, with exquisite fittings, fixtures, hardware and more. We strive to be participants in exceptional design moments not just through our products, but through how our company name shows up in the world at large.
What We ProvideWhat gives us an edge over our competitors is our people. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each team member’s contributions to our mission. We empower our associates with extensive training, career growth opportunities, competitive salaries, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, and 401k retirement savings plan. We offer a generous PTO program (vacation, personal and sick time) with additional perks like some summer half days and a volunteer day. The company observes at least 8 federal holidays throughout the calendar year plus a floating holiday that associates can use at their discretion.
Waterworks is committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate's experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.
Waterworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.
What We ProvideWhat gives us an edge over our competitors is our people. We work in a highly collaborative, creative environment that values each team member’s contributions to our mission. We empower our associates with extensive training, career growth opportunities, competitive salaries, bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, and 401k retirement savings plan. We offer a generous PTO program (vacation, personal and sick time) with additional perks like some summer half days and a volunteer day. The company observes at least 8 federal holidays throughout the calendar year plus a floating holiday that associates can use at their discretion.
The Role
Enhance the accounting and finance team through a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, treasury and cash management processes, and a commitment to continuous process improvement. This role requires strong analytical capabilities to ensure timely and accurate financial information, support company initiatives, and maintain effective internal controls in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
The right candidate will be flexible and approach the role with a mindset of process improvements and will create strong cross functional partnerships to effectively meet deadlines and fulfill requirements of the role for a public company.
This is a hybrid role that requires on-site presence 3 days/week at the Danbury Corporate HQ.
Responsibilities
- Significant role in the monthly and annual financial close, specifically related to cash and treasury activities
- Reconciliation of high-volume merchant services accounts alongside other cash accounts
- Preparation and posting of general ledger entries, maintaining records, supporting schedules, and reconciling accounts
- Preparation and distribution of weekly Treasury reports and submission of UK bank data to external partners
- Management and approval of Concur expense reports in accordance with company policies
- Preparation of month-end Balance Sheet account reconciliations
- Reconciliation of cash, bank, and investment accounts across multiple entities
- Preparation of month end reporting and analytics
- Preparation of Sox controls as required
- Provide supporting documentation for internal and external audit requests
- Answer accounting and client payment questions by researching and interpreting financial data
- Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve workflows
- Additional duties and projects as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum 3-5 years of related accounting experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
- Experience with Concur, BlackLine, and ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred)
- Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
- Experience with bank reconciliations, cash accounting, and month-end close processes
- Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes
- This is a hybrid role that requires onsite presence a minimum of 3 days per week at the Corporate HQ. Additional onsite presences may be required based on business need
Waterworks is committed to promoting pay equity. Rate of pay is determined based on each individual's experience, qualifications, and the geographic location of the role. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate's experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.
Waterworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.