Controller

Position Overview - Controller

This role serves as the senior-most finance leader for the company. The Controller will oversee all accounting operations while also partnering with ownership on strategic financial matters including banking relationships, insurance, and debt financing.
Salary: $125-150k depending on experience
Location: Fully onsite in West Haven, CT

Why This Controller Opportunity?

• Established, family-owned organization that has grown significantly over the years and continues to expand
• Industry leader within its space across the Northeast
• Stable, growing business with strong leadership and a solid team already in place
• Tight-knit, collaborative environment with a casual culture — not overly corporate or high-pressure
• Profit sharing + 401k match

Key Responsibilities of the Controller:

• Oversee and manage the full accounting function
• Lead and mentor the accounting team
• Manage month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger integrity
• Oversee cash management and liquidity planning
• Partner with banks, insurance providers, and legal counsel
• Support debt financing activities and financial negotiations
• Coordinate with external CPA firm on tax matters and annual audits
• Ensure strong internal controls and financial discipline
• Support ownership with financial insight and operational analysis

Qualifications of the Controller

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required
• Industry experience preferred in Manufacturing/Fabrication and/or Heavy Equipment, Truck or Auto Dealerships
• Proven experience leading full-cycle accounting in a hands-on environment
• Strong cash management and banking relationship experience
• Comfort interacting with ownership, lenders, attorneys, and insurance providers
• Tax familiarity (experience working with outside CPA firms preferred)