Controller

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CONTROLLER

Location: Chelsea, MA (Hybrid)

Partner: CFS

About The Opportunity

CFS is partnering with a well-established organization in the manufacturing industry seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations. This Controller role offers strong visibility to leadership and the opportunity to drive process improvements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on Controller with a deep understanding of manufacturing accounting.

Key Responsibilities of the Controller

• Oversee all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, and payroll
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and compliance procedures
• Partner with operations to support cost accounting, inventory, and production analysis
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Supervise and develop accounting staff
• Collaborate with leadership to support strategic financial initiatives
  
  

Qualifications For The Controller

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership
• MUST HAVE manufacturing experience (cost accounting, inventory, standard costing)
• Proven success working as a Controller or in a similar leadership role
• Strong ERP system experience
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on as a Controller
  
  

Why You’ll Love This Controller Role

• Hybrid work flexibility
• High-impact Controller position with visibility to senior leadership
• Opportunity to influence and improve financial processes
• Stable, growing organization within the manufacturing space
• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
  
  

If you're a driven Controller with manufacturing experience looking for a hybrid opportunity with impact and growth potential, this is an excellent next step in your career.

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