Controller

Aston Carter•Norwalk, CT

1d•$96 - $108•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to oversee the financial operations and reporting for our organization. This role involves preparing and analyzing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and leading financial integration for new entities. The Controller will work closely with senior management and external stakeholders to provide actionable financial insights and drive continuous improvement in financial processes.

Requirements

Degree or Masters in Accounting or Finance.
CPA certification.
5+ years of experience in a Big 4 accounting firm.
10+ years of technical accounting and external reporting experience (e.g., 10 Q, 10 K, 8 K, S 1, S 4, Super 8 K).
Proven expertise in financial consolidation, reporting, and compliance.
Strong experience in coordinating audit activities and managing reporting.
Advanced proficiency in GAAP and Excel.
Experience working with external auditors.

Nice To Haves

Financial modeling expertise.
Experience in presenting to stakeholders and leadership.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure monthly financials are prepared and distributed timely and accurately, keeping up with the changing tasks of the month-end close process.
Analyze financial reports pre-close and post-close to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes.
Oversee the accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements, including international entities under US GAAP.
Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Recommend improvements to the month-end close processes as needed.
Analyze, conclude, and document technical accounting areas, including implementing new accounting pronouncements.
Assist in handling day-to-day operations, ensuring all basic accounting functions are performed properly.
Approve various account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies timely.
Own the accounting policies and incorporate enhancements due to business, regulatory, or accounting guidance changes.
Develop and implement internal controls and process enhancements around month-end close and other business processes.
Oversee compliance with corporate policies, including internal control requirements.
Coordinate with external auditors around audit planning, interim testing, and year-end testing for annual financial statement audit requirements.
Provide financial insights to support decision-making, including variance analysis and KPI tracking.
Lead financial integration for new entities, ensuring harmonized reporting and compliance.
Partner with the FP&A team to deliver timely monthly results.
Supervise and mentor accounting and finance teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, including ERP system implementation and upgrades.
Lead initiatives to standardize financial processes and reporting.
Assist in the preparation of materials for lender reporting, board meetings, and audit committees.