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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.

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Controller CFS•4.0 Shelton, CT Job Details $130,000•$170,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Financial close processing
CPA GAAP
Financial regulatory audit coordination Managing accounting teams Accounting and finance experience Closing the books Audit support Senior leadership Full Job Description Controller Shelton, CT (Onsite) $130,000•170,000 + 25% Bonus Why This Opportunity? High-impact Controller role with direct exposure to executive leadership and the ability to shape the U.S. finance function. Join a growing, technology-driven organization where you'll play a key role in financial reporting, process improvements, and operational strategy. Opportunity to lead the accounting function while partnering closely with FP&A and senior leadership on business performance. Competitive compensation, strong benefits, professional development support, and long-term career growth. Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced CPA to lead the U.S. accounting function as Controller. This individual will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, audits, compliance, and internal controls while driving process improvements and ensuring the highest level of financial accuracy. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone with a strong technical accounting background and the ability to build scalable accounting processes. Key Responsibilities Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process. Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with
U.S. GAAP.
Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and cash management. Manage intercompany accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and balance sheet integrity. Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinate annual audit activities. Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies. Ensure compliance with federal, state, payroll, and sales tax requirements while partnering with external tax advisors. Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Drive automation and continuous process improvements across the accounting function. Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team. Qualifications CPA required. 5+ years of Controller or Senior Finance leadership experience. Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close. Experience leading external audits and managing accounting compliance. Prior experience overseeing the full accounting function. NetSuite experience strongly preferred; experience with SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks is a plus. Experience within technology, healthcare, or other high-growth environments is a plus. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $130,000•170 Bonus opportunity: Up to 15% Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Annual merit increases CPA continuing education and professional development support Long-term advancement opportunities within a growing organization #LI-OR2 #LI-Onsite #INAUG2026