Staff Accountant - Construction

cogentanalytics· Talent Solutions
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📍 Oxford, CTFull Time💰 USD 85K–95K

About this role

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly driven, self-starting Staff Accountant with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 5+ years of hands-on experience. This is not a typical back-office accounting role. A critical priority will be building our inventory processes from the ground up. We need someone eager to evaluate, implement, and manage a robust inventory tracking system as we scale.

Key Responsibilities

    Key Responsibilities

  • Sole Accounting Ownership: Manage all full-cycle accounting functions independently, handling both high-level financial tasks and daily hands-on data entry.
  • Document Control & Compliance: Oversee complete document control for all financial files, job files, vendor records, tax documentation, and receipts to maintain immaculate records and audit readiness.
  • Inventory Implementation & Oversight: Lead the selection, setup, and rollout of a modern inventory tracking system; establish best practices for physical inventory counts, raw material tracking, and valuation.
  • General Ledger & Financial Operations: Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, job costing, and month-end closing procedures.
  • Systems Utilization & Payroll Support: Leverage QuickBooks, ADP, and Excel to drive efficient bookkeeping and reporting; assist with payroll-related tasks, reporting, and data entry as needed.
  • Financial Integrity & Analysis: Analyze financial and job data, face facts directly identifying variances and presenting actionable solutions without sugarcoating realities.
  • Cross-Functional Team Support: Fill gaps across department operations by proactively supporting team members in areas where financial, inventory, or administrative assistance is needed.
  • Organizational Advocacy: Defend organizational interests and team integrity through accurate reporting, compliance enforcement, and sound financial stewardship.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Required).
  • Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; background in construction or manufacturing is strongly preferred. Comfortable working as a sole accountant handling both strategy and daily data entry.
  • Software Proficiency: Proficiency in QuickBooks, ADP, and advanced Excel for streamlined bookkeeping and reporting.
  • Core Competencies: Exceptional attention to detail in data entry, document control, time management, and problem-solving.
  • Inventory Expertise: Demonstrated experience or strong eagerness to implement and manage an inventory system from scratch.
  • Mindset: Self-starter with high accountability, strong analytical skills, and a direct, reality-based approach to financial reporting.
  • Team-First Approach: Willingness to jump in, support peers, and protect the team's shared goals and reputation.
  • Adaptability: Thrives under pressure, handles shifting priorities, and excels in a high-energy, dynamic atmosphere.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Staff Accountant - Construction role at cogentanalytics?
The listed salary for this Staff Accountant - Construction position at cogentanalytics is USD 85K–95K. This is an Full Time role.
Where is the Staff Accountant - Construction position at cogentanalytics located?
This Staff Accountant - Construction role at cogentanalytics is based in Oxford, CT. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Staff Accountant - Construction role at cogentanalytics full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Staff Accountant - Construction role in the Talent Solutions department at cogentanalytics.
Which team or department does the Staff Accountant - Construction at cogentanalytics belong to?
This Staff Accountant - Construction position is part of the Talent Solutions department at cogentanalytics. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Staff Accountant - Construction position at cogentanalytics?
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When was the Staff Accountant - Construction job at cogentanalytics posted?
This Staff Accountant - Construction position at cogentanalytics was posted on Sep 25, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Staff Accountant - Construction
cogentanalytics · 💰 USD 85K–95K
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