Hybrid Controller: Acquisition-Driven Project Finance

CFS; Norwell (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, a leading provider of electrical contracting and energy solutions, is seeking a Controller in Norwell, MA. This newly created role reports to the CFO and oversees both corporate accounting and project finance, partnering with operations to strengthen financial infrastructure.

In a growth-driven, acquisition-focused environment, you will drive month-end close, project profitability analysis, budgeting, and ERP optimization while collaborating with leadership to drive performance across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience in project-based industries.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, revenue recognition, and job costing.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems and reporting tools.
• CPA or multi-entity experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and strong accounting controls across entities.
• Oversee project accounting functions including WIP, revenue recognition, job costing, cash flow forecasting, profitability analysis.
• Partner with project managers and leaders to monitor performance, manage risks, and improve profitability.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting to support growth.
• Support acquisition due diligence, integration, and standardization of processes across entities.
• Drive ERP optimization and scalable reporting/BI capabilities.

Skills

Month-end close

Budgeting & forecasting

Revenue recognition

Project accounting

WIP accounting

Communication with leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

BI/Reporting tools

Job description

CFS, a leading provider of electrical contracting and energy solutions, is seeking a Controller in Norwell, MA. This newly created role reports to the CFO and oversees both corporate accounting and project finance, partnering with operations to strengthen financial infrastructure.

In a growth-driven, acquisition-focused environment, you will drive month-end close, project profitability analysis, budgeting, and ERP optimization while collaborating with leadership to drive performance across