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Cogent Analytics ยท 1 day ago

Staff Accountant / Office Manager

Cogent Analytics is a trusted and growing electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, and institutional clients throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. They are looking to hire an experienced and results-driven Construction Accounts Receivable Clerk to manage daily office operations, provide HR support, and assist with accounting and financial tasks.

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Responsibilities

Manage daily office operations, including scheduling, correspondence, and record-keeping
Maintain office supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships to ensure smooth workflow
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal staff and external visitors
Assist leadership with drafting reports, preparing presentations, and organizing company documents
Assist with new hire onboarding, including preparing paperwork, coordinating orientation, and maintaining personnel files
Track employee attendance, PTO requests, and policy compliance
Support HR in maintaining company records, training documentation, and benefits enrollment
Help organize employee communications, events, and culture initiatives
Process incoming invoices, receipts, and expense reports for accuracy and coding
Assist with accounts receivable tracking and payment processing
Reconcile basic financial data and support the month-end close process
Coordinate with project managers and accounting staff to resolve minor billing or payment discrepancies
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve office workflows and procedures
Support compliance with company policies, safety documentation, and audit requirements
Provide ad hoc support to leadership and project teams as needed

Qualification

QuickBooksSageViewpointMicrosoft ExcelAccounts ReceivableConstruction Industry ExperienceAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required
Minimum 2-4 years of accounts receivable or billing experience, with at least 1 year in the construction industry highly preferred
Proficiency with QuickBooks, Sage, Viewpoint, or similar construction accounting software
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data tracking) and other MS Office applications
Ability to learn and adapt to new software systems quickly
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data entry, record-keeping, and reconciliation
Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally with clients, project teams, and vendors
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive financial information

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred
At least 1 year in the construction industry highly preferred

Company

Cogent Analytics

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Cogent Analytics is a management consulting firm that partners with privately held businesses.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Ed Gillooley
Client Chief Financial Officer
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Monica Lester
Strategic Partnership Manager
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