Controller

Location: Shelton, CT (Onsite)

About the role

High-impact Controller role with direct exposure to executive leadership and the ability to shape the U.S. finance function. Join a growing, technology-driven organization where you'll play a key role in financial reporting, process improvements, and operational strategy. Opportunity to lead the accounting function while partnering closely with FP&A and senior leadership on business performance.

Our client is seeking an experienced CPA to lead the U.S. accounting function as Controller. This individual will oversee financial reporting, month-end close, audits, compliance, and internal controls while driving process improvements and ensuring the highest level of financial accuracy. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone with a strong technical accounting background and the ability to build scalable accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and cash management.
• Manage intercompany accounting, reconciliations, accruals, and balance sheet integrity.
• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinate annual audit activities.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, payroll, and sales tax requirements while partnering with external tax advisors.
• Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Drive automation and continuous process improvements across the accounting function.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.

Requirements

• CPA is required for this position.
• 5+ years of Controller or Senior Finance leadership experience.
• Strong technical expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• Experience leading external audits and managing accounting compliance.
• Prior experience overseeing the full accounting function.
• NetSuite experience strongly preferred; experience with SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks is a plus.
• Experience within technology, healthcare, or other high-growth environments is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation ($150k + 15% Bonus).
• Strong benefits package.
• Professional development support.
• Long-term career growth opportunities.