Sr. Cost Accountant

About the role

A growing manufacturing company in the East Haven area is looking to add a strong accounting and finance professional to their team! This role offers a great blend of accounting, financial analysis, reporting, and hands-on operational support with strong visibility across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing accounting and operational reporting
• Cost analysis and inventory-related reporting
• Financial reporting & account reconciliations
• Variance analysis, bookings, backlog, and shipment reporting
• Month-end close and journal entries
• Budget support and forecasting analysis
• Internal controls and audit support
• Process improvement and operational efficiencies
• Ad hoc reporting and special projects

Requirements

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience within manufacturing, contracting, or related industries
• Strong understanding of debits/credits and core accounting fundamentals
• Experience with manufacturing billing and job costing (AIA billing experience strongly preferred)
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a hands-on environment
• Strong Excel skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Public accounting, construction accounting, or related experience preferred

Benefits

Base Salary up to $130k DOE!

Schedule

Onsite

Pay

110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly

Contact

Please send resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf.com

Senior Accountant

Position Type: Full Time/Permanent Position

Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf

Reference: SF0013433679

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High visibility role working closely with an experienced CPA with strong public accounting and finance leadership background
• Opportunity to grow into broader leadership responsibilities over time
• Stable, family-oriented culture with strong employee tenure
• Broad exposure across accounting, operations, payroll, job costing, and process improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting support
• Oversee accounts receivable processes including billing, collections, and job-cost coordination
• Assist with accounts payable oversight, vendor management, and cash flow coordination
• Manage payroll review and processing activities through ADP
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to improve billing accuracy and reporting
• Assist with sales tax filings, 1099 processing, and compliance-related activities
• Help document and improve accounting and administrative processes
• Provide operational and administrative support during peak workloads
• Supervise and mentor accounting support staff

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience within construction, contracting, or related industries
• Strong understanding of debits/credits and core accounting fundamentals
• Experience with construction billing and job costing (AIA billing experience strongly preferred)
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a hands-on environment
• Strong Excel skills

Senior Investment Accountant

Hartford, CT Area | Hybrid

Reference: SF0013453481

Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo — Sal.Fiorillo@RobertHalf

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Growing organization with strong financial performance and continued expansion
• We have made multiple hires throughout the organization who are still here and very happy!
• Strong career growth potential within finance and accounting
• Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits package
• Modern office environment with exceptional employee amenities

Key Responsibilities

• Support GAAP and statutory investment accounting and reporting activities
• Perform accounting and analysis for debt securities, equity securities, derivatives, and related investment income
• Prepare and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual investment reporting schedules
• Analyze fair value, book value, unrealized gains/losses, and impairment activity
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations
• Reconcile investment activity across custodians, asset managers, and accounting systems
• Review pricing and ratings data for accuracy and reasonableness
• Assist with statutory reporting requirements including AVR and IMR calculations
• Support internal and external audit requests, controls testing, and documentation
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1-4+ years of accounting experience
• Public accounting, insurance accounting, investment accounting, fund accounting, or financial services experience preferred
• Strong Excel skills and analytical capabilities

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in New Haven, Connecticut. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is confident managing reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and contributing to an accurate and timely month-end close. The role offers the chance to work across general ledger activities while using ERP systems and advanced Excel functions to maintain strong financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain general ledger accounts and support financial reporting activities
• Analyze financial data and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet schedules
• Support audits by preparing requested documentation and schedules
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards

Staff Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations and help ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end close, and financial statement preparation. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries accurately and timely
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end account reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes
• Maintain general ledger accounts and support financial reporting activities
• Analyze financial data and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Prepare bank reconciliations and balance sheet schedules
• Support audits by preparing requested documentation and schedules
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting standards