Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and provide strategic guidance for a privately held business in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This role partners closely with ownership to deliver accurate reporting, strengthen financial oversight, and support decisions that influence growth, profitability, and long-term stability. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting leadership, sound business judgment, and the ability to translate financial data into practical recommendations.

Responsibilities:
• Partner directly with ownership to review financial performance, discuss business priorities, and support key planning decisions.
• Direct the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including consolidated statements, while analyzing results against forecasts and budgets.
• Oversee core accounting activities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger maintenance, inventory accounting, and intercompany entries.
• Manage budgeting cycles, forecasting processes, cash flow planning, and financial modeling to help improve margins and operational performance.
• Ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards, tax obligations, and corporate requirements, including coordination of audits, tax filings, and sales or property tax matters.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, financial policies, and accounting procedures to support accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting team members while working closely with colleagues across operations, sales, and distribution functions.
• Provide financial insight to family ownership on the impact of initiatives such as acquisitions, expansion plans, and business partnerships through scenario analysis and special reporting.
• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, tax professionals, and banking partners to maintain productive relationships and support smooth financial reviews.• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing financial statements in a senior accounting or controller-level role.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and cash flow management.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and practical application of accounting controls and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with accounting operations, including payables, receivables, payroll, and general ledger oversight.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and NetSuite.
• Ability to support or lead accounting software implementations and process improvements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and business partnering skills with the ability to advise executive or ownership stakeholders.