<p><strong>Controller- Hands on</strong></p><p><strong>Base Salary range of $125,000 - $150,000 plus bonus</strong></p><p><strong>JOB REFERENCE CODE: DS 0013455170</strong></p><p><strong>RECRUITER CONTACT: Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Well established 80+ year old and evolving company is recruiting for a Controller due to an upcoming retirement expected in early 2027. The incumbent will be transitioning the new Controller. This company is known for high employee retention and an employee focused culture. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include month end close, monthly financial statement preparation, oversight of AR, AP and payroll, liaise with banks on loan covenants and the CPA firm for the annual audit and routinely assess and implement improvements to accounting policies, procedures and internal controls. You will also assist with implementing a budget process and assess staffing needs. </p><p><br></p><p>Minimum requirements include a BS in Accounting, willing and able to be very hands on, a CPA, audit experience in public accounting or extensive experience working with external CPA firms on technical accounting issues of the audit, strong month end close experience, experience assessing and implementing improvements to accounting polices, procedures and internal controls and budget preparation and analysis. </p><p><br></p><p>Base salary range of $125,000 - $150,000 plus bonus. </p><p><br></p><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, email your resume as a word document to Duane E. Sauer, CPA at Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com or reach out to him on LinkedIn and reference DS0013455170</p><p><br></p><p>Do not “Apply” </p><p><br></p><p>For quicker consideration please email Duane directly at Duane.Sauer@RobertHalf com vs. “applying” or contact him via LinkedIn. </p><p><br></p><p>Email duane.sauer@roberthalf com</p><p><br></p><p>Duane Sauer</p>
<p>We are looking for a Controller to join a contract to permanent position based in Easthampton, Massachusetts. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with construction experience who can manage core financial operations, maintain accurate reporting, and support the financial needs of a construction-focused environment. The position will play a key role in overseeing and completing close activities, monitoring cash movement, and strengthening day-to-day accounting and administrative processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly and year-end closing process, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and review all journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity to maintain reliable financial data.</p><p>• Manage cash flow planning, banking activity, and short-term liquidity needs to support business operations.</p><p>• Oversee construction-related accounting activities, including job cost tracking and monthly project closeout reviews.</p><p>• Coordinate bond reporting requirements and maintain supporting documentation for compliance and financial oversight.</p><p>• Analyze budget-to-actual results, investigate variances, and provide reporting that supports operational and financial decisions.</p><p>• Supervise human resources administrative oversight as part of broader financial and operational leadership responsibilities.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Manufacturing Controller (Multi-Site)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Torrington, CT- On Site</p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013452631</p><p><strong>Contact: </strong>Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a rapidly growing manufacturing company expanding across multiple sites, driven by operational excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to quality. As they scale, they are seeking a strategic and hands-on Manufacturing Controller to strengthen financial oversight, improve cost visibility, and partner with operations leadership across their facilities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>The Manufacturing Controller will lead financial management and cost accounting across multiple production sites. This role is critical in ensuring accurate reporting, driving cost efficiency, and supporting operational decision-making. You will act as a key business partner to plant managers and senior leadership, providing insights that directly impact profitability and growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all plant-level financial activities across multiple manufacturing sites</li><li>Lead monthly close processes, including inventory, COGS, and variance analysis</li><li>Develop and maintain standard costing systems; analyze and explain variances (labor, overhead, materials)</li><li>Partner with operations to drive cost reduction initiatives and improve margins</li><li>Prepare budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans for manufacturing operations</li><li>Ensure strong internal controls, compliance, and adherence to accounting policies</li><li>Analyze capital expenditures and support ROI-driven investment decisions</li><li>Standardize financial processes and reporting across sites</li><li>Mentor and develop plant finance teams where applicable</li><li>Support ERP implementations or system enhancements as the company scales</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support financial operations for an aerospace manufacturing client. This Contract position will focus on strengthening accounting processes, improving financial visibility, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting across plant activities. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership expertise with a hands-on approach to month-end close, manufacturing cost analysis, and inventory-related accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly close cycle and ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding balance sheet issues.</p><p>• Review and organize accounting records to improve accuracy, consistency, and overall financial cleanliness.</p><p>• Support budget development activities by preparing financial data, analyzing spending trends, and identifying key cost drivers.</p><p>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting tasks, including analysis of production-related expenses and cost performance.</p><p>• Manage inventory accounting processes, including valuation reviews, reconciliations, and reporting on inventory movements.</p><p>• Prepare and present financial reports that provide clear insight into plant performance and operational results.</p><p>• Partner with plant and finance leadership to strengthen internal controls and improve day-to-day accounting execution.</p>