<p><strong>Job Overview:</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to join our team. The Controller will report directly to the CFO and play a key role in overseeing the company's financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting principles.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities and Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant regulatory requirements.</li><li>General Ledger Management: Oversee the general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closings. Review and analyze general ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Internal Controls and Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal control procedures and recommend enhancements to mitigate financial risks. Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Audit Support: Coordinate and support internal and external audits. Prepare audit schedules, respond to audit inquiries, and ensure timely completion of audit requirements.</li><li>Tax Compliance: Assist our external advisors in the preparation and filing of tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and other applicable taxes.</li><li>Team Leadership and Collaboration: Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and management, to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP.</li><li>Experience with NetSuite</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.</li><li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Plant Controller - Manufacturing</strong></p><p><strong>Manchester, CT</strong></p><p><strong>Contact:</strong> Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Reference ID:</strong> BR0013320012</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is looking to add a strong Plant Controller to their team! In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing and managing costs within a manufacturing environment. Your expertise will be essential in optimizing financial operations and driving strategic decisions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Analyze and manage standard costing systems to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Conduct detailed cost analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cost-effective strategies.</p><p>• Prepare and monitor budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Evaluate manufacturing costs and provide actionable insights to enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Reconcile cost discrepancies and ensure compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Generate reports to support decision-making processes across departments.</p><p>• Review and update cost accounting procedures to reflect best practices.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and long-term planning.</p><p>• Ensure accurate allocation of costs across products and services.</p>
<p><strong>Controller- Construction Industry</strong></p><p><strong>Contact: </strong>Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]</p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013343207</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and manage financial operations for our organization in Springfield, Massachusetts. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and demonstrate expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. This role is critical for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while contributing to strategic financial planning.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead and coordinate the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Perform account and bank reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee AIA billing processes and ensure proper documentation and reporting.</p><p>• Manage financial statement preparation, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.</p><p>• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and discrepancies in financial performance.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with percentage-of-completion accounting methods as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to support budgeting and forecasting activities.</p><p>• Provide detailed financial insights and recommendations to aid in strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to regulatory requirements and internal controls.</p>
<p>Our team is seeking a skilled <strong>Financial Analyst</strong> for a contract position based in Hartford, CT. This is a critical opportunity to collaborate with business leaders on impactful financial initiatives—helping to drive strategic priorities and improve operational efficiency.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong></li><li>Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and year-end reports for multiple clients, driving significant improvements in forecast accuracy.</li><li>Provide actionable financial insights to Controllers, VPs of Operations, and Directors to support key business decisions.</li><li><strong>Financial Modeling & Risk Management</strong></li><li>Perform scenario-based financial modeling and incorporate hedging strategies to reduce financial volatility.</li><li>Optimize product-level margins through advanced financial analysis and reporting.</li><li><strong>Strategic Collaboration</strong></li><li>Work closely with department heads and trading teams to refine pricing and investment strategies aimed at increasing margins and reducing costs.</li><li><strong>Performance Reporting & Analysis</strong></li><li>Create compelling business narratives and KPI-driven Balanced Scorecards for executive leadership.</li><li>Design interactive dashboards using Power BI and Power Query for real-time monitoring of product utilization, costs, and operational efficiency—minimizing manual reporting and ensuring data accuracy.</li><li><strong>Process Automation</strong></li><li>Automate monthly close, performance tracking, and reporting workflows using VBA and Power Automate to streamline processes and maximize data reliability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced nonprofit Controller to join our team on a contract basis in Springfield, Massachusetts. In this role, you will oversee key financial operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment and manage critical aspects of financial reporting, payroll, and grant accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial statements and management reports to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Conduct detailed account reconciliations to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records.</p><p>• Manage and oversee grant accounting, ensuring compliance with both federal and state grant regulations.</p><p>• Analyze financial forecasts and perform variance analyses to identify trends and areas for improvement.</p><p>• Supervise payroll processing and ensure compliance with payroll tax and withholding regulations.</p><p>• Maintain oversight of Human Resources.</p><p>• Coordinate and review journal entries to ensure proper documentation and accuracy.</p><p>• Monitor accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes for timely and accurate transactions.</p><p>• Ensure readiness for audits by maintaining organized and compliant financial documentation.</p><p>• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.</p>
<p>We are seeking a Corporate Controller for our global client based in the Boston Area. The role is hybrid, with 1-2 days remote.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>The Controller will report to the CFO and lead enterprise-wide financial reporting, consolidations, compliance, and strategic financial operations. This role ensures the integrity of financial statements, oversees audits and tax processes, and drives continuous improvement in financial systems and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for all entities.</li><li>Ensure financial reporting accuracy, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP, tax, and regulatory standards.</li><li>Manage external audits, financial disclosures, tax filings, and regulatory reports.</li><li>Implement and enhance financial systems, with a focus on process automation and optimization.</li><li>Address complex accounting issues, consolidations, and apply advanced technical accounting principles.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to deliver financial insights, forecasting, and support strategic planning.</li><li>Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies through comprehensive financial analysis.</li><li>Build, lead, and mentor high-performing teams, communicating financial concepts effectively across the organization and fostering cross-functional alignment.</li></ul>
