Controller

A&A Search Staffing; Mansfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Full benefits package

Job summary

A&A Search Staffing is looking for a Controller to join a client’s team in Massachusetts. The role requires a hybrid schedule, working three days a week. The Controller will lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and implement internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, and experience in managing accounting teams.

This position offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing accounting teams and leading month-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all general accounting activities including general ledger maintenance and month-end close.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee external audit and manage regulatory reporting requirements.

Skills

Strong technical accounting expertise

Leadership and team development

Internal control design and implementation

Process improvement and change management

Project management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Effective communication and executive presence

Detail orientation with a continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting/ERP systems

Job description

Our client (a privately owned services provider) is looking for a talented Controller to join its growing team. The role is south of Boston and requires a hybrid schedule, 3 days a week. LOCAL candidates only please.

The Controller is responsible for leading all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting process improvements across the organization. This role requires a hands‑on accounting leader with a strong foundation in public accounting who can manage the day‑to‑day accounting function while developing a scalable control environment and implementing audit‑quality standard operating procedures (SOPs). The Controller will oversee the accounting team, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and serve as a key business partner to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead all general accounting activities, including: General ledger maintenance, Month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes, Account reconciliations, Fixed assets, Accruals and reserves, Revenue recognition, Payroll accounting, and Cash management
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to management and stakeholders.
• Oversee external audit, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Research and document technical accounting matters and provide recommendations on accounting treatment.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including senior accountants, staff accountants, AP, AR, and payroll personnel.
• Establish performance goals, conduct reviews, and support employee development.
• Allocate resources and prioritize workloads to ensure deadlines are met.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Assess, design, implement, and continuously enhance internal controls across accounting and finance functions.
• Develop, document, and maintain audit‑ready accounting policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Establish process controls that support financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Identify control gaps and implement remediation plans.
• Lead efforts to improve documentation standards, workflow consistency, and segregation of duties.
• Partner with operational departments to strengthen financial processes and compliance controls.
• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and coordinate annual audit activities.
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and technical accounting memoranda.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support implementation of best practices commonly utilized in public company and audit environments.
• Drive accounting process automation and ERP optimization initiatives.
• Evaluate and improve accounting workflows to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to close processes, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and integrations as needed.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making.
• Assist in due diligence, acquisitions, financing transactions, and other special projects as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing accounting teams and leading month‑end close processes.
• Demonstrated success improving accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
• Experience preparing for and managing external audits.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

Required Skills

• Strong technical accounting expertise
• Leadership and team development
• Internal control design and implementation
• Process improvement and change management
• Project management
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication and executive presence
• Detail orientation with a continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Skills

• Big 4 public accounting experience.
• Experience transitioning from public accounting into industry accounting leadership roles.
• Experience developing SOPs, accounting policies, and control documentation.Experience in a high‑growth, private equity‑backed, or public company environment.
• Familiarity with SOX principles and audit methodologies.

This is a great opportunity for a hands‑on accounting leader who enjoys fixing, rebuilding, and shaping a "best in class accounting function.

Our client offers a competitive compensation package including base and bonus as well as a full benefits package.