Hands-On Controller - Partner to CFO, Lead Finance Team

Vaco Recruiter Services; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco/Highspring is partnering with a growing company located north of Hartford to identify a hands-on Controller who will partner closely with executive leadership. This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, ensures accurate financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, and provides financial analysis that supports strategic business decisions.

Ideal candidates will have strong experience in month-end close, cost accounting, and multi-state tax filings, with the ability to mentor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Progressively responsible experience in accounting or controllership.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls and month-end close.
• Construction or project-based industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and daily accounting operations.
• Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Perform cost accounting, job costing, profitability analysis, and commissions.
• Manage multi-state sales and use tax filings and 1099 reporting.
• Partner with CFO on financial reporting, internal controls, and process improvements.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team with strong segregation of duties.

Skills

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Month-end close

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Vaco/Highspring is partnering with a growing company located north of Hartford to identify a hands-on Controller who will partner closely with executive leadership. This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, ensures accurate financial reporting, strengthens internal controls, and provides financial analysis that supports strategic business decisions.

Ideal candidates will have strong experience in month-end close, cost accounting, and multi-state tax filings, with the ability to mentor