Senior Accounting Manager, Branford

Senior Accounting Manager
Location:
Branford, CT (Fully Onsite)
Salary:
$120,000 - $140,000 + Discretionary Bonus
Why This Senior Accounting Manager Position?
Join a growing, private equity-backed organization with significant expansion plans
Opportunity to play a key role in process improvement, system modernization, and future acquisitions
Healthy, stable company with a strong backlog of business and exciting projects throughout the region
High-visibility role with the opportunity to grow into a Controller or broader corporate finance leadership position
Potential participation in an equity/unit appreciation program for top performers
Excellent benefits including fully paid employee health insurance, profit sharing, and a balanced work schedule with the office closing at 4:30 PM daily
Small, collaborative office environment where your impact will be highly visible
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Accounting Manager
Lead all day-to-day accounting operations for a project-based construction business
Manage and maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and reporting
Oversee job costing, project accounting, margin analysis, and revenue recognition
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
Prepare financial reporting packages for ownership, lenders, and other stakeholders
Support bank reporting, compliance requirements, and external audits
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting capabilities
Assist with future acquisition integration efforts and accounting system enhancements
Partner with operational leadership to provide financial insights and project profitability analysis
Preferred Qualifications of the Senior Accounting Manager
Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred; Associate's degree considered with significant construction accounting experience
Strong background in construction accounting or project-based accounting environments
Demonstrated expertise in WIP accounting, job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and margin analysis
Solid understanding of GAAP and accrual-based accounting
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