Strategic Controller: Growth, GAAP & Acquisition Readiness

CFS; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Greater Hartford, CT seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function during a growth phase, overseeing general ledger, payroll, fixed assets, and month-end close.

You will be a key partner to executive leadership, ensuring US GAAP compliance, internal controls, and strong reporting, while supporting acquisitions and integration efforts.

This role also offers the chance to mentor a high-performing team and drive continuous improvement across processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership of accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, financial reporting, and audit support in manufacturing or project-based environments.

Responsibilities

• The Controller will lead all core accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll accounting, fixed assets, leases, and month-end close activities.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and adherence to US GAAP.
• Oversee external audit support, compliance activities, balance sheet integrity, and risk mitigation efforts across the accounting function.
• Partner with finance and business leaders on complex accounting matters, financial performance analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Support acquisitions through accounting due diligence, purchase accounting coordination, integration planning, and implementation of standardized accounting processes.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Audit readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

CFS in Greater Hartford, CT seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function during a growth phase, overseeing general ledger, payroll, fixed assets, and month-end close.

You will be a key partner to executive leadership, ensuring US GAAP compliance, internal controls, and strong reporting, while supporting acquisitions and integration efforts.

This role also offers the chance to mentor a high-performing team and drive continuous improvement across processes and systems.