<p>About the Opportunity</p><p>A growing manufacturing company in Old Saybrook is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Contract Specialist</strong> to support the administration, review, and management of customer, vendor, and supplier agreements. This role is ideal for a professional with contract administration experience who enjoys working cross-functionally with operations, procurement, sales, and leadership teams to ensure compliance and accuracy throughout the contract lifecycle.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Review, prepare, and manage customer, vendor, and supplier contracts and agreements</li><li>Track contract terms, renewals, amendments, and expiration dates</li><li>Ensure contracts comply with company policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments to gather information and facilitate contract approvals</li><li>Maintain organized contract files and documentation within company systems</li><li>Monitor contract performance and identify potential risks or discrepancies</li><li>Assist with pricing agreements, purchase orders, and service contracts</li><li>Support negotiations by gathering required documentation and preparing contract summaries</li><li>Respond to requests related to contract status, terms, and compliance requirements</li><li>Generate reports and provide updates on contract activity and key deadlines</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Construction Project Accountant- Waterbury</strong></p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013426227</p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is a large and rapidly growing construction company, well known throughout Connecticut. Their success is built on strong partnerships, disciplined project management, and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects safely and on schedule. As they continue expanding, they are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated <strong>Project Accountant</strong> to join their finance team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial management of construction projects from initiation through completion. This position partners closely with project managers and operational teams to ensure accurate project costing, timely billing, and effective financial reporting. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor and manage financial performance of assigned construction projects.</li><li>Track project costs, commitments, and budgets to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and process client billings, including progress billings and change orders.</li><li>Maintain detailed project cost reports and job cost tracking.</li><li>Assist project managers with budget forecasting and financial analysis.</li><li>Review subcontractor invoices and ensure compliance with contract terms.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes related to project accounting.</li><li>Reconcile project accounts and investigate discrepancies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Finance Operations Manager</p><p><strong>Torrington, CT - HYBRID</strong></p><p><strong>Contact: </strong>Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]</p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013479739</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Finance Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the manufacturing business while partnering with operations leadership to improve profitability, efficiency, and financial performance. This role manages the day-to-day accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, inventory controls, and operational analysis while ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong manufacturing finance experience who can translate financial data into actionable business insights and drive continuous process improvements across finance and operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare monthly variance analyses, KPIs, and management reports.</li><li>Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.</li><li>Maintain standard cost systems and assist accounting team with annual standard cost updates.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances, labor efficiency, material usage, scrap, and overhead absorption.</li><li>Partner with operations to identify cost reduction opportunities and improve manufacturing profitability.</li><li>Monitor inventory valuation, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes.</li><li>Support pricing analysis and profitability by product, customer, and business segment.</li><li>Serve as a financial business partner to production, engineering, supply chain, and purchasing teams.</li><li>Develop financial models to support capital investments, new equipment purchases, and process improvements.</li><li>Track key operational metrics including labor efficiency, machine utilization, inventory turns, gross margin, on-time delivery costs, and production yields</li><li>Lead finance-related ERP implementations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Dispatch Operations Manager</strong></p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact: <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>**This position is open due to growth and continuous internal promotion.**</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a growing mechanical services company in the Hartford area, is seeking a Dispatch Operations Manager to lead a centralized team and drive day-to-day operational excellence. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on leader with strong dispatch, scheduling, and team management experience.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Job Responsibilities</em></p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of 5-8 individuals</li><li>Oversee daily operations including technician scheduling, customer communication, work orders and services</li><li>Develop and improve standard operating procedures, workflows, and best practices</li><li>Monitor and report on key operational metrics including technician utilization, response times, drive time, and work order status</li><li>Partner across the organization to maintain consistent processes and deliver exceptional customer service</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>5+ years of leadership experience in dispatch, service operations, field service, logistics, or a similar environment</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and improve performance metrics</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Mechanical services industry experience is a plus</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This company prides themselves on longevity, positive culture, and supports their employees with hands on management! </p><p><br></p><p>If interested, apply today or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p>