What are the responsibilities and job description for the Comptroller position at CFS?
Location: Greater Danbury, CT Area (On-Site)
Compensation: $140,000 – $180,000 base bonus
About The Opportunity
Our client is a well-established, privately held organization with decades of history in the Connecticut market. The company operates across several related business lines within the construction, contracting, and property services sectors, supporting a diverse portfolio of projects and operations throughout the region.
With a strong reputation built on stability, long-term relationships, and operational excellence, the company maintains a collaborative culture where employees stay and attrition is minimal.
This role is part of a planned leadership transition within the finance function, offering the opportunity to work alongside their long-tenured Comptroller to ensure a smooth onboarding and knowledge transfer.
Position Overview
The Comptroller will oversee all accounting and financial activities for a multi-entity organization. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the accounting function, financial reporting, and payroll processes in a complex operating environment. The position works closely with ownership and senior leadership, and plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational support, and strong internal controls across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
The Organization Is Seeking a Professional Who Demonstrates
Compensation: $140,000 – $180,000 base bonus
About The Opportunity
Our client is a well-established, privately held organization with decades of history in the Connecticut market. The company operates across several related business lines within the construction, contracting, and property services sectors, supporting a diverse portfolio of projects and operations throughout the region.
With a strong reputation built on stability, long-term relationships, and operational excellence, the company maintains a collaborative culture where employees stay and attrition is minimal.
This role is part of a planned leadership transition within the finance function, offering the opportunity to work alongside their long-tenured Comptroller to ensure a smooth onboarding and knowledge transfer.
Position Overview
The Comptroller will oversee all accounting and financial activities for a multi-entity organization. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the accounting function, financial reporting, and payroll processes in a complex operating environment. The position works closely with ownership and senior leadership, and plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, operational support, and strong internal controls across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the full accounting function across multiple entities
- Manage financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger activities
- Support payroll processes, including union and field staff operations
- Handle intercompany transactions and financial consolidations
- Maintain strong internal controls and financial processes
- Provide financial reporting and insights to executive leadership
- Support ongoing system and process improvements within the accounting function
- Construction or contracting industry accounting experience required
- Experience supporting union payroll environments strongly preferred
- DOT and union experience highly preferred
- Background working in multi-entity accounting structures
- Experience with SAGE or similar accounting systems
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
The Organization Is Seeking a Professional Who Demonstrates
- Strong integrity and discretion
- A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach
- Ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, owner-operated environment
- Strong relationship-building skills with leadership and operations teams
- Long-term career stability and commitment
Salary : $140,000 - $175,000