Strategic Controller | Lead Growth, M&A, & FP&A Excellence

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is partnering with a rapidly growing manufacturing company in Connecticut to hire an experienced Controller. This newly created role offers the opportunity to lead the accounting function and influence strategic decisions during a pivotal period of expansion.

You will oversee core close processes, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, manage audits and working capital, and partner with executives on performance improvement and integration efforts related to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting with leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading M&A activities and integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all core accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll accounting, fixed assets, leases, and month-end close.
• Ensure timely, accurate, GAAP-compliant reporting while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Oversee external audits, balance sheet integrity, and risk mitigation.
• Partner with finance and business leaders on complex accounting matters and performance analysis.
• Play an integral role in acquisition readiness, due diligence, integration efforts, and post-close accounting activities.

Skills

Leadership

M&A

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is partnering with a rapidly growing manufacturing company in Connecticut to hire an experienced Controller. This newly created role offers the opportunity to lead the accounting function and influence strategic decisions during a pivotal period of expansion.

You will oversee core close processes, ensure GAAP-compliant reporting, manage audits and working capital, and partner with executives on performance improvement and integration efforts related to