<p>Controller</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Holyoke, MA (On-site)</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time</p><p><strong>Job Posting ID:</strong> RG0013430392</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact:</strong></p><p>Ryan Genua | Ryan.Genua@roberthalf com.</p><p>All inquiries confidential.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Summary</p><p>The Controller oversees all accounting and financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, GAAP compliance, effective cost controls, and support of strategic business initiatives within a manufacturing environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead and manage the accounting team, including general and cost accounting functions</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities</li><li>Oversee cost accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audits</li><li>Support capital expenditure analysis, business planning, and long-term forecasting</li><li>Maintain banking relationships, covenant reporting, and insurance oversight</li><li>Oversee AP, AR, payroll, GL, BOM/routing, and credit/collections</li><li>Support acquisitions, divestitures, and special financial projects</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to support production, delivery, and company goals</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced non profit Controller to join the leadership team and support financial operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Derby, Connecticut. This role will oversee budgeting, reporting, and day-to-day accounting activities while helping maintain strong financial controls and compliance standards. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in grant-related accounting, nonprofit reporting, and cash management, along with the ability to deliver clear financial insight to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets, ensuring financial plans align with organizational goals and operating needs.</p><p>• Manage cash flow activities by tracking liquidity, forecasting short-term financial needs, and supporting informed decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to promote accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and management reports that provide meaningful analysis of organizational performance.</p><p>• Perform variance reviews to identify budget-to-actual differences and explain financial trends to stakeholders.</p><p>• Administer accounting and reporting activities related to federal grants, including compliance with funding requirements and deadlines.</p><p>• Coordinate the completion of grant reports and maintain accurate records to support audits and external reviews.</p><p>• Assist with preparation of information needed for Form 990 reporting.</p><p>• Review journal entries, reclassifications, and general ledger activity to ensure accurate financial records and month-end close integrity.</p><p>• Partner with audit teams and internal stakeholders to facilitate audit readiness, documentation, and compliance efforts.</p>
<p><strong>Controller | Central CT - </strong>Half-Day Fridays!</p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full Time/Permanent Position</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact</strong>: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf</p><p><strong>Reference</strong>: SF0013391524</p><p><br></p><p>Hands-on Controller opportunity to replace a long-tenured leader retiring after 20+ years! </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead GL, AP, AR, cash management, fixed assets</li><li>Oversee monthly & annual close and GAAP-compliant financial reporting</li><li>Manage percentage-of-completion revenue recognition</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures</li><li>Liaise with external CPA firm (audit/review)</li><li>Partner with CFO on financial modeling, KPIs, and operational improvements</li><li>Improve accounting workflows and reporting visibility</li><li>Ensure tax and regulatory compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Why this stands out:</strong></p><ul><li> Direct partnership with an exceptional CFO (not a micromanager)</li><li> Clear runway for long-term growth — potential CFO path</li><li> Strong culture, collaborative leadership team</li><li> Half-day Fridays + flexibility </li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>BS/BA degree in Accounting </li><li>6–10+ years progressive accounting experience</li><li>Leadership experience (managing a team)</li><li>%-of-completion revenue recognition</li><li>Engineering / construction / project-based services experience (or public clients in those sectors)</li><li>Deltek = major plus</li></ul><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above and reference SF0013391524.</p><p>All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.</p>
<p>Position: Controller</p><p>Location: Watertown, CT (5 days on-site)</p><p>Recruiter Contact: Ryan Genua Ryan.Genua@Roberthalf com</p><p>Job Posting: RG0013426960</p><p><br></p><p>Company Overview</p><p>Connecticut‑based manufacturing company is well established and operates within a regulated manufacturing environment. Lean, hands‑on culture where finance and office leadership are trusted to independently manage day‑to‑day accounting and administrative operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Summary</p><p>The Staff Accountant / Controller will be responsible for full‑cycle accounting and office financial management for a small manufacturing organization. This individual will manage day‑to‑day accounting operations, month‑end close, payroll, and coordination with an external CPA firm. The role also includes oversight of one office staff member and involvement in basic administrative and compliance support.</p><p>This position reports directly to the Owner.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting & Finance</p><ul><li>Manage full‑cycle accounting, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger</li><li>Prepare monthly and year‑end financial statements</li><li>Lead month‑end and year‑end close processes</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Coordinate with external CPA firm on taxes, audits, and year‑end reporting</li><li>Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and basic financial analysis</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements</li><li>Handle project billing activities</li></ul><p>Payroll & Benefits</p><ul><li>Process payroll for a union and non‑union workforce</li><li>Manage 401(k) administration and related filings</li><li>Support employee benefits administration and documentation</li></ul><p>Office & Administrative Management</p><ul><li>Oversee day‑to‑day office operations</li><li>Manage and support one office administrator</li><li>Maintain organized financial and operational records</li><li>Act as liaison between ownership, operations, and external partners</li><li>Support compliance documentation tied to quality certifications and audits</li></ul><p>Software & Systems</p><ul><li>Epicor ERP</li><li>Microsoft Excel</li></ul><p>If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Ryan Genua at Ryan.Genua@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.</p>
<p><strong>Small Company Manufacturing Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Springfield, MA</strong></p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013427514</p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p>The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely insights to support decision-making. This role requires both hands-on execution and the ability to improve processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and inventory accounting</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Maintain and improve cost accounting systems, including standard costing and variance analysis</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, margins, and operational performance</li><li>Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations</li><li>Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and financial controls</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other partners</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements, including ERP and reporting enhancements</li><li>Provide leadership and mentorship to accounting staff (if applicable)</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Controller – Manufacturing</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Wolcott, CT <strong><em>(On-site, 5 days/week)</em></strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time / Permanent</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact:</strong> Abby Harpp – abby.harpp@roberthalf</p><p><strong>Job Reference: </strong>AH0013398343</p><p> </p><p>Our client, a leading U.S. manufacturing site within a global industrial group, is seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to lead the U.S. division’s finance function. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial strategy, and reporting. The Controller will partner closely with the Managing Director and international headquarters, manage the U.S. finance and accounting team, and play a critical role in driving financial discipline, operational insight, and long-term business performance.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Drive U.S. division financial strategy while managing hands-on accounting operations</li><li>Provide strategic financial insights to executive leadership, influencing decisions and growth</li><li>Lead quarterly and year-end closes and deliver accurate, actionable financial statements</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls and compliance across U.S. GAAP, tax, and corporate standards</li><li>Own balance sheet integrity, ensuring reconciliations and reporting are precise</li><li>Manage cash, liquidity, foreign exchange, and debt activities to support business goals</li><li>Oversee AP/AR, including credit management and collections with sales</li><li>Lead inventory valuation and reconciliation to corporate guidelines and standards</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records from capitalizations to depreciation and disposals</li><li>Partner on budgeting, cost accounting, and financial modeling</li><li>Build and mentor your finance team, with growth potential beyond the current direct report</li></ul>
<p><strong>Finance Director </strong></p><p><strong>Real Estate – Multi-Family - Growing! </strong></p><p><strong>$120,000 - $145,000 plus bonus</strong></p><p><strong>Reference Code: DS0013429855</strong></p><p><strong>RECRUITER CONTACT: Duane.Sauer@Roberthalf com</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Asset and property manager for multi-family real estate is growing and hiring its first Finance Director. As the company grows this role will evolve to CFO for the right person. This is a unique role as the role has less core accounting responsibilities and more FP&A, acquisition analysis and implementing process improvements. The organization has the financial backing for more acquisitions and is actively seeking them. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include oversight of staff responsible for AR, AP, Payroll, month end close and financial reporting. Core responsibilities include budget preparation and analysis, analysis of potential acquisitions, quarterly internal reporting, assessing and implementing improvements to accounting policies, procedures and internal controls and responsible for developing ways to utilize the company ERP system and AI. The company also wants someone who will provide strategic advice and can help them grow. </p><p><br></p><p>Minimum requirements include a BS in Accounting, strong month end close experience including general ledger reconciliation and monthly GAAP reporting, commercial or multi-family real estate experience, experience providing strategic advice, experience assessing and implementing improvements to accounting policies, internal controls, willingness to expand utilization of their ERP system and strong analysis experience. </p><p><br></p><p>Base salary range of $120,000 - $145,000 plus bonus will depend on experience.</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 DS0013429855</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><strong>Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full Time/Permanent Position</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact</strong>: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf</p><p><strong>Reference</strong>: SF0013425885</p><p><br></p><p>We’re partnering on a Controller search with a growing manufacturing company. This is a high-impact, plant-facing leadership role with strong visibility to both local leadership and corporate finance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Main Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting operations (GL, close, reporting, controls)</li><li>Own budgeting & forecasting in partnership with operations and corporate FP&A</li><li>Analyze financial performance, cost drivers, and variances</li><li>Partner closely with plant leadership on cost control, purchasing, and business decisions</li><li>Drive process improvements and efficiencies across finance and operations</li><li>Oversee accounting, billing, and purchasing functions</li></ul><p><strong>What They’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>10+ years of progressive accounting/controllership experience</li><li>Strong manufacturing / plant environment exposure</li><li>Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering</li><li>Comfortable being hands-on and visible on the shop floor</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role</strong></p><ul><li>High visibility with direct impact on operations</li><li>Strong growth trajectory and leadership exposure</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented culture</li><li>Opportunity to step into a key leadership seat quickly</li></ul><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above and reference SF0013425885.</p><p>All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.</p>
<p><strong>Controller | Strategic + Hands-On Leadership</strong></p><p>📍 Greater Hartford, CT (primarily on-site with flexibility)</p><p><strong>Reference:</strong> SF0013408225</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact:</strong> Sal Fiorillo — Sal.Fiorillo@RobertHalf</p><p><br></p><p>We’re partnering with a well-established, mission-driven organization in the Greater Hartford area seeking a Controller to lead financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations in a complex, multi-entity environment.</p><p>This is a high-impact role with visibility to executive leadership and the opportunity to help shape financial strategy during a period of evolution and leadership transition.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial reporting, month-end close, and audit processes</li><li>Oversee and enhance internal controls and compliance (GAAP, regulatory)</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on budgeting and financial strategy</li><li>Present financial results and insights to executive leadership and board-level stakeholders</li><li>Manage and develop a small accounting team (4–5 people)</li><li>Drive process improvements and system optimization</li><li>Support tax filings, regulatory reporting, and audit coordination</li></ul><p><b>Requirements: </b></p><ul><li>7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience</li><li>Strong background in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls</li><li>Experience in complex or regulated environments (nonprofit, healthcare, higher ed, public accounting, etc.)</li><li>CPA and/or Master’s preferred</li></ul><p><strong>Nice to Have:</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to Form 990 / nonprofit reporting</li><li>Experience with debt compliance / bond covenants</li><li>Experience presenting to executive leadership or boards</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>Strategic + operational mix — not just closing the books</li><li>Direct exposure to CFO + executive leadership</li><li>Opportunity to help shape processes under new leadership</li><li>Strong benefits + retirement contribution</li><li>Mission-driven environment with real impact</li></ul><p>If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above.</p><p>All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.</p>
<p><strong>Controller - New Haven </strong></p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013423856</p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Company</strong></p><p>Our client is a growing distribution and retail organization operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. With a strong market presence and ambitious expansion plans, the company is seeking a seasoned Controller to strengthen its financial leadership and support continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Controller will serve as a key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations. This role requires a professional who can operate both strategically and tactically—someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves while also contributing to high-level financial planning and decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end close</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Develop, implement, and improve internal controls, policies, and procedures</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic guidance</li><li>Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial planning processes</li><li>Oversee audit processes and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Evaluate and optimize accounting systems and processes to support scalability</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team environment</li></ul><p><br></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>BR0013427975</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>