Description Job Title: Staff Accountant Location: Greater New Haven/Shoreline area Position Type: Full Time/Permanent Position Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf Reference: SF0013279296 Why we like this role/company: + This role has a chance to be on the ground floor and see a lot of growth potential – immediate growth to Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller type role and apart of a dynamic environment. + The company is growing and looking to continue to expand! + Opportunity to learn a lot from the Controller. This role will get to take on new work and see increased responsibilities as they become more comfortable! + Flex hours and half-day Fridays year-round! Main Responsibilities: + Reporting to the Controller as their "right hand" this position will assist the Controller with all accounting needs for this growing organization + Participate in month-end/year-end close, including accruals and account analysis. + Assist with project accounting, budget tracking, and revenue recognition. + Process A/P and A/R transactions, including billing, invoicing, and vendor payments. + Provide backup payroll support, including timesheet validation and payroll runs. + Monitor accounts receivable, maintain ledgers, and manage collections. + Reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts. + Maintain fixed asset records and track monthly depreciation. + Manage vendor/subcontractor records and prepare year-end 1099s. + Support budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting. + Help identify and implement process improvements. Requirements: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. + 2-4+ years of accounting experience within services environment (Construction, Engineering, Consulting, Professional Services, Public Accounting) + Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. + Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Requirements Requirements: + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. + 2-4+ years of accounting experience within services environment (Construction, Engineering, Consulting, Professional Services, Public Accounting) + Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. + Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .