<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Divisional Controller</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hartford County, CT Area <strong><em>(Hybrid – 2–3 days in-office)</em></strong></p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time / Permanent</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $180,000–$200,000, depending on experience</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong> Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; life and disability insurance, and additional benefits</p><p><strong>Recruiter Contact:</strong> Abby Harpp – abby.harpp@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Job Reference:</strong> AH0013529128</p><p><br></p><p>An established global organization is looking for a hands-on<strong> Divisional Controller </strong>to take ownership of accounting operations and help shape how the function operates moving forward. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team, strengthen financial processes, and make a meaningful impact across a complex business— with the flexibility of a hybrid schedule and room for continued career growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Lead Accounting:</strong> Oversee accounting operations, consolidations, and financial reporting.</li><li><strong>Own the Close:</strong> Drive timely, accurate monthly and annual close processes.</li><li><strong>Strengthen Controls:</strong> Oversee balance sheet governance, US GAAP/IFRS compliance, and audit readiness.</li><li><strong>Improve Processes:</strong> Streamline workflows, standardize procedures, and enhance automation.</li><li><strong>Partner with Leadership:</strong> Support budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and business decisions.</li><li><strong>Oversee AP/AR:</strong> Lead payables, receivables, credit, collections, and working capital activities.</li><li><strong>Develop Your Team:</strong> Coach and lead accounting and shared services professionals.</li><li><strong>Support Growth:</strong> Contribute to acquisitions, integrations, system implementations, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Shipping & Receiving Coordinator</strong> to oversee domestic and international shipping operations while ensuring the accurate receipt of incoming materials. This role is critical to maintaining efficient warehouse operations, supporting customer deliveries, and ensuring compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Day to Day:</strong></p><ul><li>Verify outgoing shipments against sales orders and packing slips to ensure accuracy.</li><li>Package products to prevent damage during transit.</li><li>Process shipments through UPS, FedEx, DHL, and other designated carriers.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate domestic and international shipments.</li><li>Prepare shipping documentation, customs paperwork, and export documentation as required.</li><li>Review shipping labels, packing slips, and international documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Manage communications related to shipping exceptions, delays, and customs clearance issues.</li><li>Create return shipping labels as needed for Customer Service.</li><li>Provide accurate shipment weights and dimensions to Sales and Customer Service teams.</li><li>Coordinate domestic and international shipments for marketing materials with preferred carriers and freight forwarders.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support manufacturing finance operations in Waterbury, Connecticut. This is a Contract position focused on strengthening cost visibility, improving financial oversight, and delivering accurate reporting for plant and divisional leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership expertise, hands-on manufacturing cost accounting knowledge, and the ability to guide month-end activities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process for plant and divisional finance activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports that provide clear insight into operational performance, cost trends, and key business drivers.<br>• Manage manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard cost maintenance, inventory-related analysis, and cost allocation review.<br>• Evaluate production and spending results by performing detailed variance analysis and explaining monthly differences against budget, forecast, and standard costs.<br>• Partner with operations and leadership teams to monitor plant performance, identify financial risks, and support sound business decisions.<br>• Maintain strong controllership practices by reinforcing internal controls, supporting compliance expectations, and promoting accuracy across financial processes.<br>• Review product and operational costing assumptions to help improve margin visibility and ensure reliable cost data for reporting purposes.<br>• Contribute to ongoing process improvements within finance, including enhancements to reporting workflows, close procedures, and cost analysis methods.