Staff Accountant

Robert Half

  • Guilford, CT
  • $65,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Job Description:Job Title: Staff AccountantLocation: Greater New Haven/Shoreline areaPosition Type: Full Time/Permanent PositionRecruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@RoberthalfReference: SF0013279296Why we like this role/company:
  • This role has a chance to be on the ground floor and see a lot of growth potential - immediate growth to Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller type role and apart of a dynamic environment.
  • The company is growing and looking to continue to expand!
  • Opportunity to learn a lot from the Controller. This role will get to take on new work and see increased responsibilities as they become more comfortable!
  • Flex hours and half-day Fridays year-round!
Main Responsibilities:
  • Reporting to the Controller as their "right hand" this position will assist the Controller with all accounting needs for this growing organization
  • Participate in month-end/year-end close, including accruals and account analysis.
  • Assist with project accounting, budget tracking, and revenue recognition.
  • Process A/P and A/R transactions, including billing, invoicing, and vendor payments.
  • Provide backup payroll support, including timesheet validation and payroll runs.
  • Monitor accounts receivable, maintain ledgers, and manage collections.
  • Reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts.
  • Maintain fixed asset records and track monthly depreciation.
  • Manage vendor/subcontractor records and prepare year-end 1099s.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.
  • Help identify and implement process improvements.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
  • 2-4+ years of accounting experience within services environment (Construction, Engineering, Consulting, Professional Services, Public Accounting)
  • Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Requirements:Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
  • 2-4+ years of accounting experience within services environment (Construction, Engineering, Consulting, Professional Services, Public Accounting)
  • Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Robert Half