We are looking for an experienced Director of Finance to support a client in East Hartford, Connecticut on a 12-month Contract engagement. This role will lead core accounting and financial operations while also guiding planning activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership capability, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to translate financial data into practical business insight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting and finance activities to ensure accurate, timely, and well-controlled financial operations.<br>• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial models that support short-term decisions and longer-range planning.<br>• Produce meaningful financial reports and analysis for leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.<br>• Oversee key controllership functions, including month-end activities, account review, and adherence to sound accounting practices.<br>• Partner with banking contacts and internal stakeholders to support cash management and broader financial needs.<br>• Use advanced Microsoft Excel to analyze complex data, develop reporting tools, and improve visibility into business performance.<br>• Provide strategic financial guidance to help leaders evaluate priorities, resource allocation, and operational results.<br>• Contribute to process improvements across finance and accounting to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting quality.
<p><strong>Accounting / Finance Manager – Construction</strong></p><p><strong>Base Salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 plus bonus and incredible bonus</strong></p><p><strong>JOB REFERENCE CODE: DS </strong></p><p><strong>RECRUITER CONTACT: Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>REFERENCE DS0013462216</p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>The company prides itself on a family-friendly culture, employee retention and excellent benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>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 </p><p><br></p><p>Base salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>Email duane.sauer@roberthalf com</p><p><br></p><p>Duane Sauer<strong></strong></p>
We are looking for a Financial Reporting Manager to support a Contract engagement based in Hartford, Connecticut. This role will focus on delivering accurate, decision-ready financial reporting that helps leaders evaluate performance, compare results across periods, and strengthen planning activities. The position offers an opportunity to contribute across reporting, forecasting, and analysis while helping maintain a well-structured general ledger environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain recurring financial reports that provide clear insight into business performance and support leadership decision-making.<br>• Prepare profit and loss reporting, including meaningful comparisons between budgeted and actual results as well as current-year and prior-year performance.<br>• Produce cash flow analyses and other financial summaries to improve visibility into operational and financial trends.<br>• Build ad hoc and standardized internal reports tailored to stakeholder needs using available reporting tools and data sources.<br>• Support financial forecasting activities by organizing data, validating assumptions, and presenting forward-looking analyses.<br>• Establish and manage general ledger accounts to help ensure consistent financial data structure and reporting accuracy.<br>• Contribute to Oracle Fusion and OneStream implementation-related reporting tasks as part of the broader finance support effort.
<p><strong>POSITION: Manager, Corporate Accounting</strong></p><p><strong>LOCATION: Hartford, CT - Hybrid (3 Days in Office/2 Days Remote)</strong></p><p><strong>RECRUITER CONTACT: KELLEIGH MARQUARD - Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a valued client, a highly respected global organization, in search of a Manager of Corporate Accounting. This is a newly created role driven by succession planning and offers strong visibility within a well-established and financially strong organization. The company is known for its innovation, technical expertise, and long-standing market presence. This role will sit within a collaborative finance team and provide exposure to both divisional and global leadership. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this position will oversee core accounting and financial reporting activities while supporting broader analysis and process improvement initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the financial accounting and reporting function with a focus on timely and accurate quarterly and annual reporting</li><li>Oversee general ledger activities, including month-end and year-end close processes, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation</li><li>Support financial reporting and analysis for both internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Coordinate financial reporting presentations, including management reporting packages, dashboards, and executive-level materials</li><li>Support system enhancements and implementations, including involvement in upgrades to financial systems and reporting tools</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes and workflows</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff, providing oversight, training, and performance management</li></ul><p>This is a hybrid role based in the Hartford, CT area with three days in the office. The organization offers excellent benefits and a strong, collaborative culture with opportunities for long-term growth. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Application Process:</strong></p><p>For quickest consideration, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.</p>
<p><strong>Position: Cost Accounting Manager </strong></p><p><strong>Location: Palmer, Massachusetts <em>(Hybrid: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote)</em></strong></p><p><strong>Contact: Kelleigh Marquard | <em>Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf</em></strong></p><p><strong>Reference ID: KM0013451742</strong></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Summary</p><p>The 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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><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><p>Compensation and Benefits</p><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><p>Why Join</p><p>This 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.</p><p><br></p><p>To apply, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential.</p>