We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a long-term contract opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can take ownership of core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and deliver timely reporting. The position will play a key part in overseeing close activities, reconciling accounts, and preparing reliable financial statements for business decision-making. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly close process and ensure all accounting activities are completed accurately and on schedule. • Maintain and review general ledger activity to confirm proper classification and recording of financial transactions. • Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records accurate and up to date. • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules to provide clear and dependable reporting. • Record and monitor accruals, including more specialized entries that require careful analysis and documentation. • Analyze account balances and resolve variances by working through underlying transactions and supporting details. • Support compliance with internal accounting policies and established financial controls across daily operations.

• Proven experience managing month-end close activities in a hands-on accounting environment. • Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation practices. • Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate financial statements and related reporting schedules. • Experience handling accruals and journal entries with a high degree of accuracy. • Solid analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies. • Proficiency with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools used for financial reporting. • Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a contract-based role.

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Plainville, CT
onsite
Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a long-term contract opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can take ownership of core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and deliver timely reporting. The position will play a key part in overseeing close activities, reconciling accounts, and preparing reliable financial statements for business decision-making. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly close process and ensure all accounting activities are completed accurately and on schedule. • Maintain and review general ledger activity to confirm proper classification and recording of financial transactions. • Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to keep cash records accurate and up to date. • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules to provide clear and dependable reporting. • Record and monitor accruals, including more specialized entries that require careful analysis and documentation. • Analyze account balances and resolve variances by working through underlying transactions and supporting details. • Support compliance with internal accounting policies and established financial controls across daily operations.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z