Controller

CFS; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Benefits

Job summary

CFS is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting at its West Bridgewater, MA location, with some travel to East Hartford, CT. The role offers a salary range of $125,000-$140,000 plus bonus potential and benefits.

You will oversee daily accounting operations, drive close processes, and provide strategic financial insights to leadership. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive accounting leadership, strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, internal controls, ERP experience, and advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to East Hartford, CT.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and hands-on management style.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls.
• Lead and mentor accounting staff while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting functions.
• Partner with leadership to provide actionable financial insights and support business decisions.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Skills

GAAP

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Internal controls

Leadership experience

Excel (Advanced)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP system

Job description

CFS is partnering with a growing organization to identify a hands-on Controller for an on-site opportunity based in West Bridgewater, MA. This position offers a salary range of $125,000-$140,000 plus bonus potential and benefits. The role is primarily located in West Bridgewater, with occasional travel to the company's East Hartford, CT office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls.
• Lead and mentor accounting staff while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting functions.
• Partner with leadership to provide actionable financial insights and support business decisions.
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting requirements.

What We're Looking For

The Controller will oversee all accounting and finance activities while maintaining a strong hands-on presence in the department. This Controller role is ideal for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, improving processes, and working closely with operations.

Successful Controller Candidates Will Possess

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to East Hartford, CT.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and hands-on management style.