Accounting Specialist Jobs in Connecticut

Job Title: Accounting Clerk Company: Accountemps Location: Hamden, CT Description: Classification: TemporaryCompensation: $14.25 to $16.5 per hourOur client, a well known educational facility, is looking for assistant at one of their off site locations. In this role, you will be responsible for processing Accounts Payable, heavy Microsoft Excel project work and other administrative tasks such as answering the phones and proofreading documents for accuracy and content. Must have at least 3+ years of experience working in an office environment with a mix of bookkeeping and administrative duties.Accountemps is the world's leader in specialized temporary financial staffing. We provide exciting temporary, temporary-to-hire and project opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance and many more. Through our parent company, Robert Half, we've been matching highly skilled finance and accounting professionals with clients since 1948. Our relationships with top companies in more than 360 locations worldwide ensure you enjoy competitive pay, challenging careers and assignments with excellent opportunities for full-time employment. Don't just take our word for it. In 2010 FORTUNER magazine again ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of 'World's Most Admired Companies' (FORTUNE, March 22, 2010). Nine out of 10 of our clients and candidates would recommend our service to a colleague. Apply now or contact your local Accountemps office at Register to View or visit to find out more about this job and other job opportunities. Accountemps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Required Skills: Intermediate Accounts Payable, Advanced Customer Service, Advanced Proofreading skills, Intermediate Microsoft Excel, Intermediate Microsoft Word.

Job Title: Accounting Clerk Company: ConnecticutBarAssociation Location: New Britain, CT Description: Accounting Clerk The accounting clerk performs general accounting duties for the Connecticut Bar Association, Inc. (CBA) and the CT Bar Institute, Inc. (CTBI), manages the transfer of data from the association management database to the accounting system and invoices non-members. The accounting clerk reports to the director of operations.Responsibilities include: Reconciliation of bank statements and deposits Posting from member database to accounting software Miscellaneous billing and other accounting duties RJG-2007 Requirements: Qualifications include: Associates degree in finance or accounting or related field Minimum of three years experience in accounting, bookkeeping or related field Ability to use financial information systems accurately and effectively Interpersonal skills sufficient to function effectively in a team environment Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the CBA may find appropriate and acceptable This job is part time, 25 hours per week. Please submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to or to Connecticut Bar Association, Attn: Director of Operations, PO Box 350, New Britain, CT 06050-0350. No phone calls, please.

Job Title: CFS Loss Mitigation Specialist 3 (Assistant Center Manager) Waterford CT 011 Company: Citi Location: Waterford, CT Description: CFS Loss Mitigation Specialist 3 (Assistant Center Manager) Waterford CT 011 Position Summary: The Loss Mitigation Specialist 3 helps the Center Manager produce consistent polices, practices, procedures and results in a goal oriented centralized environment. This position will identify and address early and late stage collections requirements, needs/issue, volumes, and timelines for a portfolio or group of portfolios. This position will also recommend solutions for difficult delinquent accounts, provide excellent customer service to the portfolio of customers, perform limited administrative tasks (such as cash drawer management, answer telephones, routine typing, order supplies and pay bills), and service accounts. This position should assist in planning strategies to provide knowledge and expertise to employees regarding loan and insurance products, credit and delinquency decisions, difficult account solutions, and servicing accounts. This position will be required to work with limited and general supervision from the Center Manager, while providing coaching and hands-on training to other employees in the branch regarding loan and insurance products, credit and delinquency decisions, difficult account solutions, and servicing accounts. Position Responsibilities: 1. Managing the Center Portfolio Manage delinquency of loan portfolio. Contacts customers to resolve complex issues regarding processing/closing basic loans, curing loan defaults and recovering past due payments. Ensures all documentation is in compliance with company policy and meets all regulatory requirements. Control delinquency based on assigned delinquency categories for past due accounts as assigned. May support an expansive and/or diverse array of products/services. 2. Administration/Customer Service Gather and prepare assigned reports to aide Center Manager with daily operations. Process transactions affecting customer's accounts, analyze application/information and credit reports, investigate and verify customers information, insurance products, claims, and handle loan closings. Assist in ensuring the center has an exceptional level of customer service. 3. Assist in Center Management Assist in training, developing and improving the skills of employees. Monitoring and reporting the completion of core modules; assist with workload coordination and scheduling; training employees in all aspects of selling loans, closing loans, compliance and the most suitable solutions to resolve accounts. Ensures all documentation is in compliance with company policy and meets all regulatory requirements. Will assist in managing, implementing and recommending delinquency strategies for the Center with the Center Manager. 4. Other Duties as Assigned **NOTE** The information listed within this description summary is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive account of all the responsibilities, and/or minimum qualifications required of an employee assigned to this position. 1. Education Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent required 2. Experience: Requires directly related work experience as indicated: Three to five years of sales & finance experience (consumer finance industry preferred); OR One (1) year previous supervisory experience 3. Problem Solving/Analytical Skills: Strong analytical ability required to: Review, recommend and resolve difficult collection accounts to minimize the company's losses. Analyze data to make recommendations regarding net credit losses, yields, expense control and liquidation. Review, recommend and approve/decline credit decisions and product options. Research and respond to customer inquiries promptly and accurately. 4. Sales Skills Determine customer needs and determine the most appropriate solution to cure based on need. Proactively solicit existing customers by offering a broad product mix. Effectively overcome objections to resolve customer needs/concerns. 5. Communication Skills Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees, management and customers. Ability to make effective presentations. Strong and demonstrated effective verbal, written and listening skills. Professional telephone skills and manners. Demonstrated ability to work directly with people in a sales/collection capacity. Ability to maintain lasting business relationships. 6. Leadership Skills/ Accountability Strong ability to train, develop and motivate staff. Demonstrates initiative. Ability to work flexible hours. Ability to sit for extended period of time Flexibility to attend occasional off-site meetings or trainings Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities. Meets all state-specific mandatory licensing, certification, training, or other requirements. Required licensing for insurance sales and SAFE Act preferred. Track employees to ensure they are current with training and in compliance with insurance requirements, certifications, company policy and regulatory requirements. Ability to develop and implement business strategies. Assist in developing Center goals and monitoring their progress. Assure company funds and investments are safeguarded. Comply with company policy and regulatory requirements as established in the Branch Manual and other company materials.

Job Title: CFS Loss Mitigation Specialist 3 (Assistant Center Manager) - Bristol, CT #123 Company: Citigroup Location: Bristol, CT Description: Position Summary:The Loss Mitigation Specialist 3 helps the Center Manager produce consistent polices, practices, procedures and results in a goal oriented centralized environment. This position will identify and address early and late stage collections requirements, needs/issue, volumes, and timelines for a portfolio or group of portfolios. This position will also recommend solutions for difficult delinquent accounts, provide excellent customer service to the portfolio of customers, perform limited administrative tasks (such as cash drawer management, answer telephones, routine typing, order supplies and pay bills), and service accounts. This position should assist in planning strategies to provide knowledge and expertise to employees regarding loan and insurance products, credit and delinquency decisions, difficult account solutions, and servicing accounts. This position will be required to work with limited and general supervision from the Center Manager, while providing coaching and hands-on training to other employees in the branch regarding loan and insurance products, credit and delinquency decisions, difficult account solutions, and servicing accounts.Position Responsibilities:1. Managing the Center PortfolioManage delinquency of loan portfolio. Contacts customers to resolve complex issues regarding processing/closing basic loans, curing loan defaults and recovering past due payments. Ensures all documentation is in compliance with company policy and meets all regulatory requirements. Control delinquency based on assigned delinquency categories for past due accounts as assigned. May support an expansive and/or diverse array of products/services.2. Administration/Customer ServiceGather and prepare assigned reports to aide Center Manager with daily operations. Process transactions affecting customers accounts, analyze application/information and credit reports, investigate and verify customers information, insurance products, claims, and handle loan closings. Assist in ensuring the center has an exceptional level of customer service.3. Assist in Center ManagementAssist in training, developing and improving the skills of employees. Monitoring and reporting the completion of core modules; assist with workload coordination and scheduling; training employees in all aspects of selling loans, closing loans, compliance and the most suitable solutions to resolve accounts. Ensures all documentation is in compliance with company policy and meets all regulatory requirements. Will assist in managing, implementing and recommending delinquency strategies for the Center with the Center Manager.4. Other Duties as Assigned**NOTE** The information listed within this description summary is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive account of all the responsibilities, and/or minimum qualifications required of an employee assigned to this position.

Job Title: CFS Loss Mitigation Specialist 1 - Milford, CT #116 Company: Citigroup Location: Milford, CT Description: Brief Description of the OrganizationCitiFinancial Servicing (CFS) is made up of over 180 centers across the nation. With more than $8 billion in assets, CFS represents more than one-third of CitiFinancial North America's assets. Each location is a center of excellence for customer service and support. By leveraging an enhanced staffing model and access to technology usually found in larger service centers, CFS is well equipped with resources to assist customers with varying needs. CFS will cater to customers who will benefit from specialized service and enhanced support in these challenging economic times. Customers will have greater access to the CFS employees who are uniquely empowered to meet their customers' needs through extended Center hours, expanded management support and enhanced technology. CitiFinancial Servicing is an evolving organization with growth opportunities for employees. CitiFinancial Servicing Centers will be industry leaders in account servicing through the blending of a centralized approach, a local community presence and expanded management structure. Using this blended approach will result in an enhanced customer experience and improved servicing efficiency. CFS Loss Mitigation Specialist 1 - Milford, CT Register to View Description Position Summary: The CFS Loss Mitigation Specialist 1 has initial and frequent contact with customers. This position will identify and address early and late stage collections requirements, needs/issue, volumes, and timelines for a portfolio or group of portfolios. This position will also recommend solutions for difficult delinquent accounts, provide excellent customer service to the portfolio of customers, perform administrative tasks (such as cash drawer management, answer telephones, routine typing, order supplies and pay bills), and service accounts. The position requires direct supervision from the Center Manager and hands-on coaching from the Assistant Center Manager. Position Responsibilities: 1. Loss Mitigation Ensure proper collection actions by addressing the issues and following procedures/instructions by choosing among alternative courses of action to resolve delinquencies. Contacts customers to resolve moderately complex issues regarding processing/closing basic loans, curing loan defaults and recovering past due payments. Control delinquency based on assigned delinquency categories for past due accounts. Take promises for payment based on assigned parameters; make recommendations on deferments and other problem account solutions to minimize losses. Uses negotiation skills to resolve delinquency issues. Adheres to company policy and guidelines on all collection calls. Documents the computer system in a clear and concise manner. Works under general supervision and established procedures. 2. Account Maintenance Utilizes computer software to document calls, analyze customer problems, and resolve basic issues. Utilize all available tools and technology to influence customer behavior with established procedures. Maintains good records about transactions in the folders. Researches problems, such as skip tracing, to enhance customer account maintenance. 3. Customer Service Responds to customer inquiries with enhanced and excellent customer service for a wide variety of customer inquiries. Following Center Manager guidance and supervision, provide financial solutions to customers by assisting with debt obligations. Accept and post payments. 4. Sales Assures compliance to company guidelines and regulatory requirements in every sale. May support a variety of products/services. 5. Employee Development Completion of Career Track courses as outlined in the Career Track Training Standards for developing and improving the skills of branch employees. 6. Other Duties as Assigned Accountabilities include: Compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements as established in the Branch Manual and other company materials. Meet training & certification requirements as defined in the CareerTrack Guidelines. Complete the Customer First Course and pass the assessment within 60 days of employment. Obtain federal and/or state-required insurance licensing per Insurance Compliance guidelines and Real Estate licensing as required. Exercises reject authority based on standard guidelines. Exercise accurate credit decisions/recommendations using prescribed guidelines. Assure company funds and investments are safeguarded. Maintain positive customer relationships. Use, maintain, and protect the resource materials available within the branch. Meet the business objectives and productivity standards as established by the Company. **NOTE** The information listed within this description summary is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive account of all the responsibilities, and/or minimum qualifications required of an employee assigned to this position. Qualifications 1. Education Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent required 2. Experience 6 months to 2 years of directly related experience in one or more of the following core competencies: collections, customer service or sales. 3. Problem Solving/Analytical Skills Moderate analytical ability required to: Review customer information in accordance with established credit criteria, to recommend credit decisions and product options. Research and respond to customer inquiries promptly and accurately. Perform mathematical calculations. 4. Communication Skills Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of employees, management and customers. Demonstrated effective verbal, written, and listening skills. Professional telephone skills and manners. 5. Interpersonal Skills Ability to work as a member of a team. Demonstrated ability to work directly with people in a customer service capacity. Ability to maintain lasting business relationships. 6. Sales and Influencing Skills Ability to determine customer needs. Ability to determine the right product to meet the customer need. 7. Office Equipment/Machines Familiarity with PC-like hardware/software, including use of PC keyboard and mouse. Ability to efficiently use calculators and typewriters. 8. Physical Demand Mental/visual stress e.g., dealing with a high volume of calls, lifting heavy boxes, standing for extended period of time, walking for extended period of time, eye strain from extended use of computer, difficult/angry customers, driving, etc. 9. Additional Requirements/Skills Must have a valid driver's license (PR only). Must be able to work flexible hours. Basic knowledge of accounting helpful. Ability to function in a fast-paced environment. Primary LocationNAM-USA-CT-Milford ScheduleFull-time Education LevelHigh School Diploma/GED ShiftDay Job Employee StatusRegular TravelYes, 10% of the time Office Loaction / Address:321 Boston Post Road, Milfod, CT 06460

Job Title: Accounting Clerk - Part Time (20 hrs per wk) Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: Responsibilities ? Dailey record keeping of cash registers ? Monthly bank reconciliations ? Wire initiation in the banking system ? Accounts Payable Processing (inclusive of the weekly check runs, wire inputs, monthly A/P to G/L processing, filing of all paperwork, annual processing of 1099?s and 1096?s along with coordinating with third party property management companies ? Data input and other miscellaneous accounting functions Requirements ? A minimum of 1-3 ears of relevant accounting clerk/bookkeeping experience ? Strong MS Excel and general ledger software experience

Job Title: Collections Specialist Company: Higher One Location: New Haven, CT Description: Collections Specialist Higher One is a fast-paced and dynamic organization! Although we've grown significantly since we opened our doors in 2000, we still maintain our entrepreneurial spirit. With offices on both the East and West Coast, we offer an environment that is FUN, a bit unconventional at times and dedicated to continued growth as a financial services and payment company focused exclusively on higher education. Recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in the country, Higher One always has an eye open for the best and brightest talent. If you are as passionate as we are about creating an exciting future and doing rewarding work, you may want to consider our career opportunities. At Higher One, we believe that every employee is critical to our success! Our innovative services depend on the energy, values, hard work and dedication of our employees. As we continue to grow, we look for others who are also committed to retaining a small-company feel while moving us to the next level! The Collections Specialist is responsible for collection of outstanding and past due accounts. Essential Functions: Heavy direct customer Telephone Collection through a dialer system of past due balances. Resolve problems with accounts for customers that are disputing charges. Heavy incoming phone coverage to resolve customer problems with collection payments. Setting up payment plans for customers with hardship circumstances.

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Clerk Company: Accountemps Location: Windsor, CT Description: Accounts Receivable Analyst Opportunity. Accounts Receivable and Collections professional needed for Hartford area Manufacturer. 3+ Years experience in an Accounts Receivable and Commercial Collections role is a requirement for this position as well as advanced MS Excel skills. If you meet these requirements, please call Accountemps at Register to View .

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk Company: SureSource, Inc. Location: Shelton, CT Description: Accounts Payable Clerk SureSource is a leading internet retail company located in Shelton. We are seeking a person to handle accounts payables and other related duties in our fast paced, high volume accounting department. Responsibilities will include processing invoices, expense reports, check requests, and check processing along with department related clerical functions. The ideal candidate will have: H.S./GED diploma; college level accounting courses/A.A. or B.S. in accounting strongly preferred. 2+ years accounting including AP required. Experience using automated accounting software, Ecometry and/or Great Plains preferred; Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook; Ability to multi task and work effectively with both internal and external customers; Strong detail orientation; Positive, can-do, problem solving attitude; Proven ability to work with minimal supervision. We offer a superior work environment which includes an on-site fitness center and free parking. To receive consideration, please Apply Online. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. NO AGENCIES. (Only qualified candidates will be contacted.) No relocation available with this position. Resumes received from outside the local area cannot be considered and will be deleted. SureSource is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and a drug free/smoke free workplace. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. SureSource requests that all applicants be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. EOE

Job Title: Real Estate Accounting Specialist Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: This is a contract through the middle of November. Perform detailed quarterly/year-end reviews of property operations for investments; assist Controllers with portfolio level activity, including incentive, management and acquisition fee calculations as well as consolidation and equity method accounting; responsible for recording acquisition and disposition entries including gain/loss on sale and accounting for the associated financings; assist with the preparation of annual business plan and property budgets. Knowledge Requirements: 2 - 3 years real estate accounting or public accounting experience is required; an undergraduate degree in accounting or finance is required; minimum of 2 years working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles; knowledge of MRI and FAS Encsore systems a plus.