Senior Controller & Financial Strategy Lead

Soni; Millbury (MA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and drive accurate financial reporting for the organization. You will oversee the accounting team, manage close cycles, and provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions and optimize performance.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, extensive experience in month-end close, and the ability to implement policies, controls, and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience leading an accounting team or department.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including AP, AR, GL, payroll, and cash management.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee reconciliations and accuracy of GL activity.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and variance analyses.
• Coordinate annual audits with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Ensure compliance with tax, financial, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Monitor performance and identify profitability and efficiency improvements.
• Lead and mentor accounting staff.
• Evaluate systems and implement process improvements and automation.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Leadership

Month-end close

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Soni is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and drive accurate financial reporting for the organization. You will oversee the accounting team, manage close cycles, and provide financial analysis to support strategic decisions and optimize performance.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, extensive experience in month-end close, and the ability to implement policies, controls, and automation.