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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.
$160,402 / year median in the U.S.
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Title :
Controller Salary :
$170,000 - $195,000 + bonusLocation :
REMOTE, but must be based in Mass/NH for 1x in office per quarterWhy This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Opportunity with a well-established, growth-oriented organization
- Highly visible leadership role partnering directly with executive leadership
- Opportunity to help shape the future finance function during a transformational period
- Broad scope covering accounting operations, process improvement, and strategic initiatives
- Flexible work environment with ability to influence long-term team structure
- High-impact role with exposure to M&A activity and operational decision making
Controller Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all core accounting and financial reporting functions for a multi-entity organization
- Oversee month-end close, financial statement preparation, and internal controls
- Manage and mentor a small accounting team across both remote and in-office employees
- Partner closely with leadership on process improvements, operational efficiencies, and scalability initiatives
- Support strategic projects including potential acquisitions, integrations, and organizational growth
- Evaluate and improve accounting systems, workflows, and reporting capabilities
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and all regulatory reporting requirements
Controller Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA strongly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience
- Big 4 or public accounting foundation strongly preferred
- Experience leading accounting teams within complex or multi-entity environments
- Strong technical accounting and financial reporting background
- Inventory accounting experience preferred
- Proven ability to improve processes and operate effectively in evolving environments
- Experience supporting ownership groups, executives, or M&A activity preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively in both hands-on and strategic capacities #