Senior Controller – Multi-Entity & M&A Leader

Atlantic Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group is seeking a Controller in Stamford, CT to lead accounting operations for a growing multi-entity organization. You will oversee month-end close, consolidated financial statements, acquisition accounting, and the development of scalable financial infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, is a CPA, and has deep US GAAP knowledge, ERP proficiency, and strong leadership to build cross-functional partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership in multi-entity environments.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, consolidations, acquisition accounting, month-end close, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience; financial systems implementation and process improvement preferred.
• Proven leadership, analytics, communication, problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional partnership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations, policies, procedures, internal controls, and recurring close activities.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, consolidated financial reporting, account reconciliations, audits, and management reporting.
• Support acquisition accounting, financial integration, and reporting related to growth and transactions.
• Oversee accounting across multiple entities ensuring accurate reporting and US GAAP compliance.
• Improve accounting systems, reporting, automation, and processes to enable scalable operations.
• Lead and develop accounting professionals and partner with senior leadership on reporting, controls, and financial decision-making.

Skills

CPA

US GAAP

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Leadership

Multi-entity accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Atlantic Group is seeking a Controller in Stamford, CT to lead accounting operations for a growing multi-entity organization. You will oversee month-end close, consolidated financial statements, acquisition accounting, and the development of scalable financial infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, is a CPA, and has deep US GAAP knowledge, ERP proficiency, and strong leadership to build cross-functional partnerships.