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Controller

Creative Financial Staffing

Controller
Shelton, CT (Onsite)
$130,000-$170 + 15% Bonus
Why This Opportunity?

  • 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.
  • Competitive compensation, strong benefits, professional development support, and long-term career growth.
Position Overview
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.
Key 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.
Qualifications
  • CPA required.
  • 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.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary: $130,000-$170
  • Bonus opportunity: Up to 15%
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Annual merit increases
  • CPA continuing education and professional development support
  • Long-term advancement opportunities within a growing organization

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