<p><strong>Construction Accounting Manager Opportunity!</strong></p><p><strong>Torrington, CT area</strong></p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Reference ID:</strong> BR0013383093</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounting / Finance Manager to lead financial oversight and cost control functions within our growing construction client. This role is responsible for managing job cost accounting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, budgeting and forecasting, and providing strategic financial insights to project management and executive leadership. The ideal candidate has strong construction or manufacturing industry experience and a deep understanding of job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and cost analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting and project profitability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Financial Management & Reporting</p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage construction-specific accounting processes including job costing and revenue recognition.</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Assist with external audits, tax preparation, and lender reporting requirements.</li></ul><p>Job Costing & Project Financial Oversight</p><ul><li>Manage and maintain the integrity of the job cost system.</li><li>Review and analyze project budgets, committed costs, actual costs, and cost-to-complete estimates.</li><li>Monitor project performance and identify cost overruns, margin fade/gain, and risk areas.</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to ensure timely and accurate cost coding and forecasting.</li><li>Evaluate labor burden, equipment allocation, subcontractor costs, and change order tracking.</li></ul><p>Percentage-of-Completion (POC) & WIP Reporting</p><ul><li>Prepare and review monthly Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.</li><li>Calculate and analyze revenue recognition under percentage-of-completion methodology.</li><li>Assess underbillings and overbillings.</li><li>Ensure accurate cost-to-complete projections and gross profit recognition.</li><li>Provide detailed variance analysis and margin reporting to leadership.</li></ul><p>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis</p><ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.</li><li>Develop project-level and company-wide cash flow projections.</li><li>Conduct profitability analysis by project, division, and cost category.</li><li>Provide actionable financial insights to improve operational efficiency.</li><li>Support strategic planning and capital allocation decisions.</li></ul><p>Leadership & Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Supervise and mentor accounting staff.</li><li>Improve accounting workflows, systems, and reporting capabilities.</li><li>Assist with ERP system optimization related to job cost modules.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, estimating, and project management teams.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and solutions-driven Trade Compliance Manager to build and lead our import compliance function. This role will play a key part in ensuring adherence to U.S. customs requirements, trade regulations, and internal controls while supporting operational efficiency. The right candidate brings hands-on compliance experience and enjoys creating structure, processes, and programs from the ground up.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>What You’ll Do</u></strong></p><p><strong>Build & Lead the Compliance Program</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and roll out a company-wide import compliance framework aligned with business operations</li><li>Create, update, and maintain policies, procedures, and internal controls related to trade compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Ensure Regulatory Accuracy</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee proper tariff classification, valuation, and country-of-origin determinations</li><li>Stay current on regulatory changes and advise internal teams on potential business impact</li></ul><p><strong>Manage Import Documentation</strong></p><ul><li>Review and maintain import records including invoices, packing lists, and customs filings</li><li>Ensure documentation retention meets regulatory requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Training & Cross-Functional Support</strong></p><ul><li>Design and deliver compliance training for procurement, logistics, finance, and related teams</li><li>Act as a resource across departments, reinforcing best practices and compliance awareness</li></ul><p><strong>Audit, Risk & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Perform internal reviews to identify exposure areas and implement corrective actions</li><li>Drive ongoing improvements to reduce risk and strengthen controls</li></ul><p><strong>External Partner Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee relationships with customs brokers and freight partners</li><li>Hold third parties accountable to internal compliance standards</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Leadership Communication</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare compliance updates, metrics, and risk assessments for senior leadership</li><li>Serve as the main point of contact for customs inquiries and audits</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Technical Project Manager to lead product development initiatives from initial concept through launch. This role serves as the central connector between engineering, design, and business teams—ensuring clarity, alignment, and smooth execution throughout the full development cycle.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Define what the product must deliver and ensure requirements are clearly communicated across technical and non-technical teams.</li><li>Guide projects from early concept through final launch, ensuring products meet quality, performance, and timing expectations.</li><li>Translate complex technical challenges into clear direction for cross-functional partners while supporting select hands-on technical activities when needed.</li><li>Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring milestones stay on track with internal goals and retailer timelines.</li><li>Facilitate strong communication and alignment across global teams, providing ongoing visibility into project status, risks, and decision points.</li><li>Prepare and deliver project updates to senior stakeholders, including recommendations, trade-offs, and key risks.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure solutions meet both technical feasibility and business needs.</li><li>Work in a fast-paced environment that values flexibility, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong><u>POSITION SUMMARY</u></strong></p><p>Provide the highest possible level of customer service to tenants and help ensure long-term occupancy in all managed properties. Ensure the highest level of professional operation and appearance of all assigned properties. Manage the operating costs and approved capital expenditures for all assigned properties. Hire, train and supervise direct reports. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>RESPONSIBILITIES</u></strong> </p><p>• Manage tenant move-in process to ensure complete tenant satisfaction. </p><p>• Visit tenants regularly and maintain a positive, productive and professional relationship with them. </p><p>• Manage construction and special projects including ensuring all deliverables are met within the established timeframes and budget, coordinating with tenants, vendors, construction management staff and setting up construction job cost codes, budgets, and contracts. </p><p>• Complete legal documents and internal reporting documents pertaining to lease administration and administer the lease. </p><p>• Assist with all lease activity including tenant renewals, expansions and contractions. </p><p>• Regularly inspect and evaluate all building equipment, systems and grounds to ensure that the appearance and operation of the properties meet company standards. </p><p>• Develop and maintain emergency procedures and preventative maintenance programs for all buildings. </p><p>• Oversee the work order system to ensure that tenant service calls are handled within the timeframe as approved by Ownership and with 100% customer satisfaction. </p><p>• Develop positive relationships with vendor partners ensuring they understand the goals, objectives and code of conduct at the properties they work in. </p><p>• Ensure that work performed by outside contractors is performed timely and appropriately, and with approved insurance coverage limits. </p><p>• Develop and manage the annual budgets for the assigned properties. </p><p>• Financially operate the property ensuring the monthly, quarterly and annual financial goals as approved in the annual budget are attained. </p><p>• Review monthly operating reports and explain budget variances. </p><p>• Manage collection of accounts receivable and operating expenses. </p><p>• Produce analysis of annual CAM & RET reconciliations for assigned properties. </p><p>• Assist in fostering a team atmosphere within the local office. </p><p>• Hire, train, manage and develop all direct reports. </p><p>• Conduct annual performance appraisals and develop employee specific goals annually. </p><p>• Assist suburban General Manager with special projects. </p><p>• Assist President with special projects. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an organized and detail-driven professional eager to expand your expertise in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? Our client in the Fishkill, New York area is seeking a Billing Specialist who excels in production billing, thrives on learning new processes, and is ready to be an integral part of a dynamic team supporting large-scale projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with project managers, finance professionals, and field staff to gather and verify information for timely and accurate invoice creation.</li><li>Review daily production reports to ensure all data is correct, complete, and free from duplication before billing.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date trackers and report on job progress, billing statuses, and quantity milestones.</li><li>Work alongside cross-functional teams—from engineering to construction—to support project closeouts and ensure all billing documentation is in order.</li><li>Foster strong, ongoing communication with clients and internal teams to address and resolve invoicing issues promptly.</li><li>Champion on-time payments by coordinating closely with the finance team and following up on outstanding invoices.</li><li>Keep a pulse on current and upcoming projects to stay ahead of potential changes in billing requirements.</li><li>Assist with change orders, purchase order adjustments, and support the project manager in overcoming billing-related roadblocks.</li><li>Participate in periodic client meetings to help ensure smooth invoicing approval processes.</li><li>Use tracking software and reporting tools (such as GIS systems) to extract, review, and update field and project data.</li><li>Submit accurate timesheets, coding them to the appropriate project and task daily.</li><li>Take on additional duties as requested, contributing to a growth-oriented and supportive work culture.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><p>You’ll join a team where your attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and passion for accurate billing will be celebrated and rewarded. Not only will you grow your skills, but you’ll have the opportunity to directly impact the financial well-being and efficiency of high-profile projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Ready to make your mark and grow in your career?</strong></p><p>Apply today and become a vital part of a team where your work truly matters!</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a short term project basis in Stamford, Connecticut. This role involves handling key accounting tasks, streamlining processes, and ensuring financial accuracy. The position is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting and proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Overhaul and organize QuickBooks Desktop to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Revise the Chart of Accounts to align with company needs and improve financial clarity.</p><p>• Analyze profitability for the company’s three main clients and provide actionable insights.</p><p>• Reconcile receipts and payments to improve accounting efficiency.</p><p>• Conduct month-end close processes, including preparation of financial statements.</p><p>• Perform account and bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Post journal entries and maintain the general ledger to support financial operations.</p><p>• Train the Office Manager on effectively using QuickBooks Desktop for ongoing accounting tasks.</p><p>• Implement best practices to enhance the company’s financial management systems.</p>