Senior Accountant

Accountant

• Construction Industry Location:

  Onsite

• Wallingford, CT Pay Rate:

  $38
• 46 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, full‑time, onsite Job Description The Senior Accountant will oversee core accounting operations within a construction‑focused environment. This individual will manage and lead all departmental functions, including billing, financial statement preparation, general ledger maintenance, cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and tax compliance. This role plays a critical part in strengthening internal controls, supporting financial planning, and driving process improvements across the accounting function. This position also offers a strong long‑term growth path, with the potential to develop into a Vice President-level leadership role for a high‑performing professional. Responsibilities Oversee and manage general accounting functions including A/P, A/R, GL, and tax-related activities Process daily customer invoicing and accounts payable invoices Hire, train, develop, and retain accounting staff Coach, counsel, evaluate, and monitor staff performance to ensure strong job results Review and strengthen internal control systems and accounting processes Contribute financial insights to support strategic planning and operational decisions Implement productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolve issues and support continuous improvement Collect, interpret, and present financial data to management Assess accounting operations and recommend/implement improvements Prepare accurate and timely month-end financial statements Maintain documented accounting policies and operational best practices Oversee daily collections activity and maintain aging summaries and lien reporting Supervise and support preparation and filing of monthly and quarterly sales tax returns Assist with annual property tax assessments Collaborate with Project Managers to close out monthly cost reports Prepare documentation, schedules, and reports for year-end audit Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements Oversee petty cash management and monthly reconciliation Provide backup support to Staff Accountant as needed Perform additional related duties to support accounting and company goals Essential Skills & Qualifications Strong accounting knowledge across A/P, A/R, GL, taxes, and cost accounting Ability to manage a three-person accounting department 5+ years of progressive accounting experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration Construction industry experience highly preferred Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices Strong analytical skills and ability to implement process improvements Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Additional Skills (Preferred) Experience with CHRO reporting and Prevailing Wage Prior experience as an Accounting Supervisor or Manager HR-related experience is a plus Experience with accounting software and construction financial systems Work Environment Fully onsite in Wallingford, CT Standard workweek: Monday-Friday Office-based role within a construction company setting Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wallingford, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.46

• $46.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wallingford,CT.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.