Sr. Accountant Torrington, CT

Senior Accountant Position with Growing Construction Company

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations for a large, complex construction organization. This position is responsible for accurate financial reporting, job cost accounting, month-end close, and compliance with GAAP and industry-specific accounting standards. The ideal candidate has strong construction accounting experience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally with project managers and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage job cost accounting, including cost allocations, WIP schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Analyze project costs, budgets, change orders, and profitability; identify variances and trends
• Oversee general ledger activity, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate forecasting, billing, and cost reporting
• Prepare and review project billings, retainage, and lien waivers
• Assist with audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Mentor and review the work of junior accounting staff as needed
• Support system improvements and ERP optimization related to construction accounting