Lead Controller - CPA | Close, Audit & Team Leadership

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting is partnering with a client in Methuen, MA to identify an experienced Controller to join their accounting team. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring CPA certification and strong technical accounting experience.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, manage close processes, produce financial statements, mentor staff, and coordinate budgeting and forecasting. Location is on-site in Methuen, MA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with supervisory or management duties.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA certification is required.
• Strong Excel skills, PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
• Knowledge of financial reporting and month-end close.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, payroll, cash management, and reconciliations.
• Lead and manage the monthly and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements and management reporting.
• Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary contact for auditors.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PivotTables

Job description

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting is partnering with a client in Methuen, MA to identify an experienced Controller to join their accounting team. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring CPA certification and strong technical accounting experience.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, manage close processes, produce financial statements, mentor staff, and coordinate budgeting and forecasting. Location is on-site in Methuen, MA.