HR & Accounting Specialist
About The Position
Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran’s expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust—ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project. Cochran’s Union, Missouri location is looking for an HR & Accounting Specialist to join our team. The Human Resources & Accounting Specialist supports both HR and accounting functions, ensuring efficient operations across employee lifecycle management and financial processes. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to balance compliance requirements with day-to-day administrative execution.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in HR, accounting, or a combined role
- Strong knowledge of basic HR practices and accounting principles
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and accounting software
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, preferred
- Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms preferred
Responsibilities
- Administer employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation and system updates
- Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Support benefits administration (enrollment, changes, employee inquiries)
- Assist with payroll processing, audits, and reconciliation
- Coordinate training, performance review cycles, and employee engagement initiatives
- Respond to employee questions regarding policies, procedures, and HR programs
- Help ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies
- Process accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Assist with payroll accounting and general ledger entries
- Reconcile bank statements and financial records
- Support month-end and year-end close processes
- Maintain accurate financial documentation and filing systems
- Assist with budgeting, reporting, and audit preparation
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
- Continuing education and professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
