Financial Controller

Vermette Recruiting, Inc.; Scituate (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermette Recruiting, Inc. in Massachusetts seeks an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a growing company. You will ensure the integrity of financial records, internal controls, and compliance, while partnering with leadership on forecasting, cash management and strategic decisions.

The role covers selected corporate administration and requires hands-on oversight of payroll, billing, close processes, audits and tax planning. This is an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years accounting experience; 2+ years in Controller or AC role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with project finance or capital-intensive businesses is a plus.
• Experience implementing or scaling cloud-based accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel skills for modeling and analysis.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and project accounting.
• Manage payroll processing and related tax filings.
• Oversee invoicing and billing across revenue streams.
• Forecast cash flow and manage liquidity.
• Partner with finance on budgeting, forecasting and cost tracking.
• Own the general ledger, month-end close and US GAAP reporting.
• Prepare timely financial reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance.
• Lead annual audit and coordinate with external auditors.
• Support tax planning across income, sales, and property taxes.
• Maintain relationships with banks, investors, insurers and other partners.
• Monitor debt covenants and regulatory filings.
• Track contractual obligations and ensure timely payments.
• Oversee insurance programs and employee benefits.
• Build and mentor accounting team as the business grows.

Skills

U.S. GAAP expertise

Financial reporting

Forecasting & cash management

Leadership & mentorship

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Cloud-based accounting systems

Excel (advanced)

ERP systems

Job description

** This is an individual contributor position.

Controller

Position Summary

We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for a growing company. The Controller will be responsible for the integrity of the company's financial records, internal controls and compliance, and will be a key partner to leadership on forecasting, cash management and strategic decisions. The role also covers selected corporate administration, including insurance and employee benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, fixed assets and project-level accounting.
• Manage payroll processing and the related quarterly and annual tax filings.
• Oversee customer invoicing and billing across several revenue streams.
• Forecast, monitor and manage cash flow and liquidity.
• Work with operating and finance teams on budgeting, forecasting and cost tracking.
• Own the general ledger, month-end close and financial statements under U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports and analysis for leadership and other stakeholders.
• Build and maintain internal controls that protect company assets and keep the company compliant.
• Manage the annual audit and act as the main contact for external auditors and tax advisors.
• Support tax planning and compliance across income, sales/use and property taxes.
• Maintain relationships with banks, investors, insurance brokers and other key partners.
• Monitor debt covenants, corporate filings and reporting obligations.
• Track contractual payment obligations and make sure they're paid on time.
• Oversee business insurance programs and employee benefit plans.
• Build and mentor an accounting team as the business grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years as a Controller or Assistant Controller.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, project accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience with project finance, capital-intensive businesses or complex contract structures is a plus.
• Experience implementing or scaling cloud-based accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel skills for financial modeling, budgeting and analysis.
• Strong organizational, analytical and leadership skills.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.