Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Controller

Vaco is partnering with a growing company located north of Hartford to identify a Controller who enjoys being hands‑on while partnering closely with executive leadership.

This role is responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and providing financial analysis that supports strategic business decisions.

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close process
• Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and daily accounting operations
• Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Perform cost accounting, job costing, profitability analysis, and commission calculations
• Manage multi‑state sales & use tax filings and 1099 reporting
• Partner with the CFO on financial reporting, internal controls, and process improvements
• Lead and mentor the accounting team while ensuring strong segregation of duties

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience in accounting or controllership with progressively increasing responsibility
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, and month‑end close
• Construction or project‑based industry experience is a plus

The compensation for this role includes a salary range that is disclosed in the posting, discretionary bonuses, and eligibility for medical, dental, vision benefits and participation in the company 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

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