Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant $30 - $35 per hour | Torrington, CT | On-Site | Consulting Staff Accountant | Construction | Competitive Compensation & Benefits! A bit about us: We are a well‑established construction organization operating throughout the Northeast, delivering reliable operations across multiple business lines. Our accounting team plays a critical role in supporting procurement, inventory, cost controls, and overall financial integrity within a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment. Why join us? ✨ Be part of a team known for a strong, supportive company culture built on collaboration and respect. Enjoy competitive pay and a well‑rounded benefits package. Grow your career in a stable environment that values long‑term success and work‑life balance. Job Details Role Overview This in‑person accounting position is responsible for supporting day‑to‑day accounting operations and accurate financial reporting. The role contributes to month‑end and year‑end close activities, reconciliations, tax filings, and general ledger maintenance, while partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and data integrity. Key Responsibilities Support daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger activity, and bank reconciliations Prepare and review financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements Prepare year‑end workpapers to support audit and tax return processes Record, review, and maintain accurate financial transactions and classifications Prepare and post journal entries and complete month‑end and year‑end close activities Reconcile bank, intercompany, inventory, fixed asset, and other balance sheet accounts Maintain fixed asset records and supporting schedules Prepare and file required state and federal tax filings, including fuel, sales, and highway use taxes Assist with income and expense reporting and personal property declarations Support tax preparation and compliance efforts Maintain accurate financial records within accounting systems (e.g., Great Plains, QuickBooks, JDE, Sage) Research and resolve accounting discrepancies through data analysis Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as needed Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent relevant experience 3–5 years of general accounting experience Working knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting practices Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements Strong organizational, prioritization, and time‑management skills Effective communication and interpersonal abilities High attention to detail and accuracy in a deadline‑driven environment Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr Australia-Employment