Jr. Controller

J. Morrissey

New Haven, CT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
ADP, Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Business Support, Cash Flow, Construction, Construction Contracts, Contract Manufacturing, Cost Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Inventory Management, Inventory Transactions, Journal Entries, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Process Development, Process Improvement, Reconciliation
LOCATION
New Haven, CT
POSTED
5 days ago
Senior Accountant/Junior Controller
Temp-to-Hire
Location: New Haven, CT (Fully On-Site)
Compensation: $80,000–$110,000, based on experience and qualifications
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, general ledger, and reconciliations
  • Strong knowledge of A/P, A/R, payroll, cash flow, and inventory accounting
  • Construction, contracting, manufacturing, or other inventory-based industry experience preferred
  • ADP Workforce Now experience is a plus
  • Analytical, business-minded professional with the ability to provide financial insight and recommendations to ownership

Responsibilities
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including A/P, A/R, general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations
  • Supervise and assist with weekly payroll for approximately 60 employees
  • Lead the monthly close process and prepare accurate financial reporting
  • Perform cash flow forecasting and financial analysis to support business decisions
  • Analyze costs, identify process improvements, and recommend operational efficiencies
  • Manage inventory accounting and understand the financial impact of inventory transactions
  • Partner directly with the owner to provide strategic financial guidance and support company growth
  • Opportunity to oversee and mentor accounting staff

About the Opportunity
Join a stable, family-owned construction company where you'll have the opportunity to own the accounting function while serving as a trusted advisor to ownership. This role offers excellent visibility, growth potential, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the business.

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