Controller

Vision Search Partners LLC; Connecticut; On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Search Partners LLC is representing a growing aerospace & defense manufacturer seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting and financial operations. The role strengthens financial processes and builds a scalable finance function to support growth.

The successful candidate will have strong manufacturing accounting experience, strong Excel and ERP skills, and CPA/CMA preferred, with opportunities for career advancement in a expanding organization.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing accounting with leadership impact.
• Experience with month-end close, controls, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP; CPA/CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, month-end close, accounting controls, inventory and cost accounting, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Cross functionally partner with leadership on inventory, job costing, and key cost drivers.
• Drive process improvements, ERP enhancements, and stronger financial visibility across the organization.
• The successful candidate will bring strong manufacturing accounting experience and a hands-on, adaptable leadership style.

Skills

Manufacturing accounting

Leadership

Excel

ERP systems

Education

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is a growing aerospace & defense manufacturer seeking a hands‑on Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations. The Controller will play a critical role in strengthening financial processes, improving operational visibility, and building a scalable finance function to support continued growth.

Highlights below:

• Lead financial reporting, month-end close, accounting controls, inventory and cost accounting, audits, and regulatory filings.
• Cross functionally partner with leadership on inventory, job costing, and key cost drivers.
• Drive process improvements, ERP enhancements, and stronger financial visibility across the organization.
• The successful candidate will bring strong manufacturing accounting experience and a hands‑on, adaptable leadership style. Strong Excel and ERP skills are a must, CPA/CMA preferred.
• The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and the successful candidate will have opportunities for career advancement throughout the growing organization.