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Assistant PE Fund Controller

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
<ul><li>Established PE Firm in the Boston Area </li><li>Assistant Fund Controller</li><li>$140-160k + bonus + amazing retirement, full health, work life</li><li>All in comp to exceed $200k.</li><li>2 days in Boston area office a must.</li></ul> Overview:A highly regarded investment firm is seeking an Assistant Controller to support fund-level accounting, reporting, and operational finance functions. This role blends technical accounting expertise with process oversight, systems optimization, and innovation initiatives. The position partners cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and efficient operations, while helping drive continuous improvement through automation and modern technology tools. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead fund and vehicle accounting, reporting, financial statement preparation, investor reporting, and audit coordination.</li><li>Manage third-party administrators and oversee fund accounting deliverables, capital activity, and related stakeholder communications.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, policies, and governing agreements, partnering with tax, legal, and operations teams as needed.</li><li>Support investment transactions, treasury activities, and broader finance process documentation and controls.</li><li>Drive process improvements, workflow optimization, automation, and data-driven technology enhancements to improve efficiency and scalability. </li></ul>
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Controller

Boston, Massachusetts
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Temporary to Hire
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a law firm in Boston, Massachusetts in a contract capacity with potential for a permanent role. This role will provide hands-on leadership across core accounting operations while partnering closely with the existing finance leadership team during the initial onboarding period. The ideal candidate brings strong budgeting expertise, solid technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to guide staff while improving financial processes and reporting. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day accounting activities across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close to ensure accurate and timely financial operations. • Supervise and support three direct reports, including team members focused on payables, receivables, and bookkeeping, while promoting accountability and consistent performance. • Collaborate with finance leadership and the broader accounting team to maintain effective workflows across a department of 11 professionals. • Develop, monitor, and refine budgets, providing meaningful analysis that supports financial planning and operational decision-making. • Prepare and review reporting tailored to a legal services environment, partnering with firm leadership to deliver useful financial insights. • Strengthen operational accounting procedures by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls. • Assist with technology-related accounting initiatives and contribute to future financial system implementation efforts as needed. • Provide a smooth transition of responsibilities by working closely with the current Controller during the initial ramp-up period.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Controller

Wellesley, Massachusetts
remote
Permanent / Full Time
135000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial oversight for the organization in Wellesley, Massachusetts. This role is 100% remote and has unlimited vacation time!!! This role will guide the monthly close process, deliver consolidated reporting, and partner with leadership on important finance initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to strengthen controls in a growing financial environment. For Immediate interview please call Victor Muller at 508 205 2136Responsibilities:• Direct day-to-day corporate accounting activities, ensuring accurate records, timely month-end close, and complete consolidated financial statements.• Develop and implement accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting practices that support compliance and operational consistency.• Manage the shift from cash-based accounting methods to a GAAP-aligned framework, including related process design and control improvements.• Oversee the implementation of NetSuite and streamline accounting workflows to improve efficiency, visibility, and data integrity.• Coordinate audit preparation efforts, assemble required documentation, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors throughout the HoldCo audit process.• Review financial results and provide analysis that helps senior leadership evaluate performance and support corporate finance priorities.• Monitor the effectiveness of existing accounting procedures and recommend enhancements that reduce risk and improve accuracy.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Controller

Auburn, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with an automotive dealer that is hiring a controller. We are looking for an experienced Controller with industry experience to oversee core accounting operations and provide accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization. This role is responsible for leading the close process, maintaining the integrity of financial data, and supporting sound business decisions through reliable analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong automotive experience or has worked in a CPA on automotive clients. This is an individual contributor role to start, so no management experience is needed. Responsibilities:• Direct monthly and year-end closing activities to ensure records are complete, accurate, and finalized on schedule.• Prepare and review financial statements, delivering clear reporting that supports leadership decision-making.• Oversee the production of recurring monthly financial reports and verify consistency across all reporting periods.• Maintain accounting controls and monitor financial transactions to protect data accuracy and compliance.• Analyze account balances, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather financial information and improve reporting efficiency.• Support audit and compliance efforts by organizing documentation and responding to financial information requests.Ro
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Controller

Lakeville, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead a high-performing accounting team at a stable & growing organization. This senior-level role will oversee management of all accounting & finance staff, supporting month-end close, core financial reporting, compliance, and close activities while partnering with leadership to provide clear insight into business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, process improvement expertise, and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities:• Direct the day-to-day leadership of the accounting team, including the Assistant Controller and payroll and benefits staff, while supporting hiring, coaching, performance development, and team effectiveness.• Oversee the monthly and annual close process, ensuring revenue, labor, freight, graphics, and other costs are recorded accurately in the proper reporting period.• Prepare and manage monthly financial statements, quarterly compliance reporting, management discussion materials, annual audit support, and lender-related calculations and certifications.• Maintain responsibility for complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, purchase accounting, and tax-related cash-to-accrual adjustments.• Build and strengthen an internal controls framework, including approval authority standards for disbursements, payroll updates, and journal entries, with clear separation of duties across financial processes.• Monitor covenant reporting and excess cash flow calculations to provide reliable visibility to investors, board members, and lending partners.• Partner with executive leadership as a confident presenter who can explain financial results, risks, and business trends to senior stakeholders.• Align accounting outputs across interim reporting and audited financial statements to ensure consistency, accuracy, and transparency.• Support financial operations across union and non-union payroll environments while maintaining a disciplined accrual structure and strong general ledger integrity.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Controller

Burlington, Massachusetts
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Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a growing company on a Contract basis. This role will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial reporting, and provide leadership for core finance activities in a fast-paced environment. The position offers an opportunity to support a business at an important stage of growth while partnering with internal teams to keep financial processes running smoothly. Responsibilities:• Oversee the complete accounting cycle, ensuring financial records are accurate, timely, and compliant with company standards.• Prepare monthly financial statements and lead the close process, including account reconciliations and reporting deliverables.• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including bill payments and cash flow tracking through established banking and payment platforms.• Coordinate biweekly payroll processing in partnership with HR for a workforce of approximately 63 employees, including remote staff.• Supervise and guide entry-level accounting support staff, providing direction, review, and hands-on assistance where needed.• Maintain and improve accounting records within QuickBooks Online to support reliable financial operations and reporting.• Assist with purchasing oversight, data management activities, and selected month-end tasks to ensure continuity across the accounting function.• Support accounting coverage during a period of organizational change, helping sustain stable operations and successful execution of finance priorities.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Controller

Norwich, Connecticut
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
POSITION: ControllerLOCATION: Norwich, CTRECRUITER CONTACT: Kelleigh Marquard - Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf JOB ID: KM0013515370 COMPANY DESCRIPTION:Robert Half has partnered with a privately held, family-owned company with a long history of success in the manufacturing, retail and distribution industries. The company is experiencing continued growth and is investing in its operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on financial leader to join a growing organization and work closely with the President and leadership team. POSITION OVERVIEW:The Controller will oversee the company's accounting and financial operations, including the full accounting cycle, month-end close, financial statement preparation, cost and inventory accounting, cash management, budgeting and forecasting. This individual will also work closely with the company's outside CPA, banking partners, customers and internal leadership while supervising the accounting team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting and month-end close</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and management reports</li><li>Oversee cost accounting and inventory accounting</li><li>Work closely with outside CPA on tax filings and financial matters</li><li>Manage banking relationships, borrowing requests and required financial reporting</li><li>Oversee cash management and cash flow</li><li>Develop and manage budgets and forecasts</li><li>Provide financial analysis and guidance to the President and leadership team</li><li>Supervise and support accounting staff</li><li>Partner with Sales and other departments to provide timely financial information</li><li>Help strengthen accounting processes and support the company's continued growth</li><li>Assist with financial reporting and requests from banks, CPA, customers and internal stakeholders</li></ul>COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:Competitive annual salary of $125,000-$150,000 depending on experience plus a competitive benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, family-oriented company where the Controller will have significant visibility with ownership and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the organization's continued growth. To be considered, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Controller - Fast Growing Company!

Boston, Massachusetts
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Permanent / Full Time
200000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
My client, a rapidly growing, Global Health Tech company is hiring a Controller to oversee the US Accounting function. The Controller will report to the CFO and oversee all of the Accounting for their US operations and this includes review work, getting in the weeds when needed, mentorship, training, development, policies, procedures and more! Compensation for this position is $200-250K base + Equity. This company is doing really well and has been experiencing rapid growth and they don't see this growth ending any time soon. They are going to grow revenue by 50% in 2026 with increased headcount, they offer a laid back working environment, strong benefits, possible IPO in the future and more! If interested in hearing more, please email your resume to matthew.katz@roberthalf ASAP or message me on Linkedin. This position is in Boston so you need to be fine working in Boston for most of the week
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z