Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and oversee all aspects of accounting and reporting. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on financial operations to support the company's growth.

The successful candidate will manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, prepare financial statements, and partner with tax leaders to ensure timely filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, financial applications, and accounting technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing accounting teams and complex financial processes.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Proven ability to present financial information to executive leadership and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger, and related financial operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Provide leadership, development, and performance management to the accounting team.
• Partner with tax leaders and internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of tax-related schedules and filings.
• Contribute to strategic projects, process optimization initiatives, and organizational growth efforts.
• Establish clear objectives, accountability measures, and best practices to support department success.
• Support cash flow reporting, forecasting processes, and lender/investor reporting requirements.
• Lead annual financial statement audits and coordinate with external auditors.Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Provide technical accounting support for detailed business transactions and initiatives.
• Support statutory reporting requirements and regulatory filings as applicable.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to address audit requests and recommendations.
• Interface with executive leadership and external business partners regarding financial reporting matters and accounting policy considerations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Controller

Our client, who is growing by leap and bounds is looking for a Controller to lead the accounting function and oversee all aspects of accounting and reporting. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership while maintaining a hands‑on approach to financial operations.

This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting leader who enjoys accounting through the lens of project managing.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger, and related financial operations.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Provide leadership, development, and performance management to the accounting team.
• Partner with tax leaders and internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of tax-related schedules and filings.
• Contribute to strategic projects, process optimization initiatives, and organizational growth efforts.
• Establish clear objectives, accountability measures, and best practices to support department success.
• Support cash flow reporting, forecasting processes, and lender/investor reporting requirements.
• Lead annual financial statement audits and coordinate with external auditors.Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes while ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Provide technical accounting support for detailed business transactions and initiatives.
• Support statutory reporting requirements and regulatory filings as applicable.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to address audit requests and recommendations.
• Interface with executive leadership and external business partners regarding financial reporting matters and accounting policy considerations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems, financial applications, and accounting technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing accounting teams and complex financial processes.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Proven ability to present financial information to executive leadership and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Public accounting background, preferably with a nationally recognized firm.
• Strong familiarity with U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS reporting requirements.