Hands-On Controller & Finance Lead for Project-Based Firms

Vaco Recruiter Services; East Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking an experienced Controller in East Windsor, CT to lead day-to-day accounting and manage a small team. You will work directly with the CFO to drive financial reporting, cost analysis, and internal controls in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, GAAP expertise, and a track record of improving financial processes. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, with QuickBooks experience (NetSuite a plus).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing, or project-based industries.
• Advanced GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.
• Experience with QuickBooks; NetSuite a plus.
• Experience leading month-end close and supervising accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Oversee the accounting team (AP/AR/Payroll).
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting.
• Perform cost accounting, job costing, and profitability analysis.
• Manage bank reconciliations, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Prepare multi-state sales/use tax filings and 1099 reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure reporting integrity.
• Partner with CFO for financial analysis and insights.
• Manage vendor relationships and contract compliance.
• Support process improvements and drive efficiencies across accounting.

Skills

Leadership

Cost accounting

Job costing

GAAP awareness

Financial reporting

Excel proficiency

Multi-state tax

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Job description

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking an experienced Controller in East Windsor, CT to lead day-to-day accounting and manage a small team. You will work directly with the CFO to drive financial reporting, cost analysis, and internal controls in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

The role requires hands-on leadership, GAAP expertise, and a track record of improving financial processes. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, with QuickBooks experience (NetSuite a plus).