Accounting Manager - Construction

Cogent Talent Solutions • Oxford, CT

13d • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly driven, self-starting Accounting Manager with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and at least five years of hands-on experience. This role owns full-cycle accounting independently, combining high-level financial work with daily data entry. A critical priority is building inventory processes from the ground up, including evaluating, implementing, and managing an inventory tracking system as the organization scales. The position also supports payroll-related tasks and helps other departments with financial, inventory, or administrative needs in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, ADP, and advanced Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail in data entry and document control, along with time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with high accountability, strong analytical skills, and a direct approach to financial reporting.
• Willingness to support peers and shared team goals.
• Ability to handle pressure and shifting priorities in a high-energy, dynamic atmosphere.

Nice To Haves

• Background in construction or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience or strong eagerness to implement and manage an inventory system from scratch.
• Comfort working as a sole accountant, handling both strategy and daily data entry.

Responsibilities

• Manage all full-cycle accounting functions independently, including high-level financial tasks and daily data entry.
• Oversee document control for financial files, job files, vendor records, tax documentation, and receipts to maintain accurate records and audit readiness.
• Lead the selection, setup, and rollout of an inventory tracking system; establish practices for physical inventory counts, raw material tracking, and valuation.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, job costing, and month-end close procedures.
• Use QuickBooks, ADP, and Excel for bookkeeping and reporting; assist with payroll-related tasks, reporting, and data entry as needed.
• Analyze financial and job data, identify variances, and present actionable solutions directly.
• Support team members with financial, inventory, or administrative assistance as needed.
• Protect organizational interests and team integrity through accurate reporting, compliance enforcement, and sound financial stewardship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager