Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Location:

Berlin, CT (On-Site) Compensation:
Up to $130k (DOE) We are partnering with a growing financial services organization to identify an Assistant Controller to join its accounting leadership team. This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to work across multiple complex business lines while becoming a key resource for accounting, systems, data analysis, and operational decision-making. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, learning sophisticated ERP systems, partnering with operations, and making a meaningful impact beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to an accounting team of approximately eight professionals
* Support month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
* Develop expertise in the company's ERP system and operational accounting processes
* Analyze large financial and operational data sets to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities
* Troubleshoot complex accounting and system-related issues
* Partner with leadership to improve reporting, data integrity, and operational processes
* Support inventory, operational, contract, lease, and franchise-related accounting activities
* Drive process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and stronger internal controls
* Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic business initiatives Top Priorities for This Role
1. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
2. Leadership and mentorship experience
3. Ability to learn complex systems and business processes Ideal Background
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
* 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
* Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading accounting staff
* Strong understanding of general ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting
* Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
* Experience working with ERP systems and complex accounting environments
* CPA preferred but not required
* Backgrounds in financial services, distribution, inventory-intensive businesses, retail, wholesale, real estate, transportation, or operational accounting are highly valued What Makes Someone Successful Here?
* Naturally curious with a passion for solving complex business problems
* Hands-on leader who enjoys working alongside the team
* Strong analytical mindset with the ability to investigate issues to their root cause
* Comfortable navigating ambiguity and learning sophisticated systems
* Excellent communicator who partners effectively across accounting and operations
* Continuous improvement mindset with a desire to make lasting operational impact Why Consider This Opportunity?
* Highly visible role with direct exposure to executive leadership
* Opportunity to become the go-to subject matter expert for accounting systems and operational reporting
* Leadership position with meaningful influence across the organization
* Strong runway for long-term growth and advancement
* Collaborative team environment focused on mentorship and continuous improvement
* Opportunity to work on challenging, business-critical accounting initiatives Benefits & Additional Information
* Competitive salary
* 401(k) match
* Stable organization with significant operational complexity and long-term growth potential
* Opportunity to work alongside an experienced leadership team committed to professional development If you're an experienced accounting professional looking for a role that blends leadership, technical accounting, systems expertise, and business partnership within a dynamic financial services environment, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this confidential…