Strategic Finance Controller | CPA, M&A & Growth

Central Wire Industries; Connecticut; On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Wire Industries is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its finance team and oversee all accounting and financial operations in a fast-growing organization. You will guide a team including Senior Cost Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accountant, and AR/AP staff, driving accuracy and efficiency.

You will partner with the CFO and other leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Active CPA license.
• Proven Controller or senior accounting leadership experience.
• M&A experience with due diligence support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations: GL, close, reconciliations, AR/AP, payroll.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with the other Controller and leaders across functions.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis.
• Manage cash flow, budgeting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate annual audits and act as primary contact for auditors.
• Lead and develop the accounting team; foster high performance.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

M&A experience

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft D365

Job description

Central Wire Industries is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its finance team and oversee all accounting and financial operations in a fast-growing organization. You will guide a team including Senior Cost Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accountant, and AR/AP staff, driving accuracy and efficiency.

You will partner with the CFO and other leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis, while ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.