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Business Analyst

Farmington, CT
remote
Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Business Analyst to support a payroll modernization initiative in Farmington, Connecticut. This Long-term Contract position will focus on evaluating current pay cycle practices, shaping a compliant bi-weekly arrears approach, and partnering with payroll, HR, and finance stakeholders to ensure a smooth rollout. The role is ideal for someone who can translate operational needs into practical process improvements while maintaining accuracy and regulatory alignment. Responsibilities: • Examine current payroll workflows and identify the business impacts of moving from a semi-monthly schedule to a bi-weekly arrears model. • Gather input from payroll, HR, finance, and related teams to define business needs, risks, and implementation priorities. • Develop clear business requirements, process documentation, and gap analyses to support payroll process changes. • Recommend practical solutions that improve payroll operations, support compliance, and align with organizational objectives. • Partner with stakeholders to plan, validate, and coordinate implementation activities tied to the new pay frequency structure. • Support testing efforts by reviewing scenarios, confirming expected outcomes, and helping resolve process-related issues. • Monitor regulatory and policy considerations to help ensure payroll changes are implemented accurately and responsibly. • Assist with change management activities, including communication planning, user readiness, and post-implementation support.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Cost Accountant

Groton, CT
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations for a Contract position based in Groton, Connecticut. This role focuses on cost control, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting in a production environment, while partnering with operational teams to improve visibility into plant performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, variance review, and month-end accounting activities within manufacturing. Responsibilities: • Manage inventory count activities, including cycle counts and physical inventory reviews, and investigate discrepancies to improve accuracy. • Establish annual standard costs for existing products and newly introduced materials, ensuring costing data remains current and reliable. • Analyze manufacturing cost performance by tracking production variances and identifying underlying operational drivers. • Review labor and overhead results, including absorption impacts, and provide clear explanations for significant fluctuations. • Prepare and record manufacturing-related journal entries required for the monthly financial close process. • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts by supplying cost data, trend analysis, and operational insights. • Develop and distribute recurring cost and performance reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis for finance and operations stakeholders. • Monitor production spending levels and help maintain controls around manufacturing expenses. • Evaluate inventory, purchase price, and other cost variances to support informed decision-making and financial accuracy.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Cost Accounting Manager

Palmer, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
Position: Cost Accounting Manager Location: Palmer, Massachusetts (Hybrid: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote)Contact: Kelleigh Marquard | Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalfReference ID: KM0013451742 Robert Half is partnering with a growing manufacturing company in the Palmer, Massachusetts area to hire a Cost Accounting Manager. This is a high-visibility role supporting manufacturing operations in a complex, project-based environment. The position offers strong exposure to senior leadership, cross-functional partnership, and long-term career growth. Job SummaryThe Cost Accounting Manager will support financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory analysis, and operational performance. This person will work closely with finance, operations, supply chain, engineering, quality, and program management teams to provide financial insight and decision support. Responsibilities<ul><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to inventory, cost of sales, and manufacturing variances</li><li>Perform cost accounting analysis including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory accounting, and work-in-process analysis</li><li>Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting schedules</li><li>Oversee inventory controls, cycle counts, and annual physical inventory processes</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs and operational performance metrics to identify risks and opportunities</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, quality, and program management</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Assist with project and contract financial tracking, including profitability and cost performance</li><li>Provide financial analysis for capital investments, pricing, and cost reduction initiatives</li><li>Support process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, cost accounting standards, and government contracting requirements</li><li>Help maintain inventory integrity, indirect cost allocations, and manufacturing cost structures</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits<ul><li>Competitive compensation based on experience</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity</li><li>Hybrid work schedule</li><li>401(k) with company match</li><li>Healthcare benefits</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li><li>Employee stock ownership program starting on day one</li><li>Career growth opportunities within the organization</li></ul>Why JoinThis company offers a strong leadership team, employee development, and opportunities for internal advancement. This role provides direct exposure to senior finance leadership and broad experience across manufacturing operations and business performance. To apply, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Project Analyst

West Springfield, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
Project Analyst Location: Springfield MA Work Environment: Beautiful office- stocked kitchen and onsite gym and more!, team-oriented setting, flexibility, and strong opportunity for growth.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support financial tracking and cost analysis for construction materials operations </li><li>Track job-specific expenses including labor, materials, subcontractors, and other project costs</li><li>Assist with monthly project reviews alongside Project Managers</li><li>Support monthly Work in Progress (WIP) review</li><li>Assist with budgeting process</li><li>Prepare cost-related reports for management</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Help ensure accurate financial reporting and financial statements</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>3–5 years of related experience</li><li>The role is well suited for someone who understands construction environments and can connect accounting detail with project performance.</li><li>Knowledge of cost principles; construction or manufacturing industry experience preferred</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail</li><li>Excellent organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills</li><li>Self-motivated, curious, and able to work effectively in a team environment</li></ul> To be considered, apply today or email your resume to Kelsey.Ryan@roberthalf(.com)
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

Finance Director

New Haven, CT
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
Finance Director Growing Real Estate organization$140,000 - $170,000 plus bonusReference Code: DS0013428170RECRUITER CONTACT: Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com Smaller but growing Real Estate organization is hiring its first Finance Director. As the company grows this role will evolve to CFO for the right person. This is a unique role as the role that has less core accounting responsibilities and more budget preparation and analysis, acquisition analysis and implementing process improvements. The organization has the financial backing for more acquisitions and is actively seeking them. Responsibilities include oversight of staff responsible for AR, AP, Payroll, month end close and financial reporting. Core responsibilities include budget preparation and analysis, analysis of potential acquisitions, quarterly internal reporting and assessing and implementing improvements to accounting policies, procedures and internal controls. Minimum requirements include a BS in Accounting, strong month end close experience including generally ledger reconciliation and monthly GAAP reporting, commercial or multi-family real estate experience, experience or ability to provide strategic advice and experience assessing and implementing improvements to accounting policies, internal controls, willingness to expand utilization of their ERP system and strong analysis experience. Base salary range of $140,000 - $170,000 plus bonus will depend on experience. If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, email your resume as a word document to Duane E. Sauer, CPA at Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com or reach out to him on LinkedIn and reference DS0013428170 For quicker consideration please email Duane directly at Duane.Sauer@RobertHalf com vs. “applying” or contact him via LinkedIn. Email duane.sauer@roberthalf com
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Springfield, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Project Accountant – ConstructionBase Salary range of $70,000 - $85,000 - $100,000JOB REFERENCE CODE: DS 0013462218RECRUITER CONTACT: Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com REFERENCE DS0013462218 Well established Springfield area privately held construction company has created a new Project Accountant role due to growth. Responsibilities include Tracking accounting for and analyzing project cost for multiple construction projects. This is a collaborative role as you'll be working with project managers and internal accounting groups. The company prides itself on a family-friendly culture, employee retention and excellent benefits. Minimum requirements include a BS in Accounting or finance, 2 years of project cost accounting and analysis In construction or similar industry. Attention to detail and strong excel skills are also required. For candidates with strong core accounting experience including general Ledger reconciliation, month end close and financial statement preparation, the salary range will go to $100,000 Base salary range of $70,000 - $85,000 - $100,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits. If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, email your resume as a word document to Duane E. Sauer, CPA at Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com, reach out to him on LinkedIn and reference DS0013462218 or “apply” below. Email duane.sauer@roberthalf com Duane Sauer
2026-06-28T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Springfield, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Accounting / Finance Manager – ConstructionBase Salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 plus bonus and incredible bonusJOB REFERENCE CODE: DS RECRUITER CONTACT: Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com REFERENCE DS0013462216 Well established Springfield area privately held construction company has created a new role, Finance Manager, due to growth. The focus of the role will include with oversight of project accounting and budget to actual analyses, collaboration with project managers on project status, costs incurred to date and variance investigation, preparation of financial statements and reports, GAAP accounting, reporting and compliance and team development and mentorship. The company prides itself on a family-friendly culture, employee retention and excellent benefits. Minimum requirements include a BS in Accounting or finance, at least 5 years in general accounting including general ledger reconciliation, month end close and financial statement preparation, construction industry experience or other industry with job costing & analysis along with WIP accounting, strong GAAP accounting and reporting and strong analytical and communication skills Base salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits. If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, email your resume as a word document to Duane E. Sauer, CPA at Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com, reach out to him on LinkedIn and reference DS0013462216 or “apply” below. Email duane.sauer@roberthalf com Duane Sauer
2026-06-28T00:00:00Z

Data Analyst

Farmington, CT
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
Responsibilities<ul><li>The Procurement Analyst performs a variety of duties in support of the product and vendor acquisition process for the Firm</li><li>This position works with suppliers to negotiate prices, terms, prepares and processes purchase orders, monitors inventory, assists in managing vendor contracts, and helps with sourcing third-party vendors</li><li>The Procurement Analyst works under general supervision and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals</li><li>Manage, track, negotiate and complete ordering process for various IT hardware, telecom, services, and other general purchasing requests as needed</li><li>Submit and track invoices for payment into payables system and for firm purchase credit card</li><li>Work closely with IT hardware & telecom managers to provide vendor analysis, review, and technical support</li><li>Use HelpDesk application to close tickets and answer IT hardware and telecom procurement inquiries</li><li>Utilize and administer purchasing system to process IT hardware & telecom renewals, new purchases, and other tasks as required by requestors</li><li>Assist with vendor review process, Request for Proposals (RFPs), Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, production and distribution of reports, and to communicate statuses to stakeholders</li><li>Analyze supply expenditures to help identify cost saving measures and initiatives</li><li>Maintain accurate records, files, and agreements using filing and contract applications</li><li>Assist users with annual budget process by providing past procurement information as needed</li><li>Ensure procurement activities are aligned with the department’s purchasing strategy and budgets</li><li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear</li><li>Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z