Controller Job in Waterbury, CT

Controller | Manufacturing | Waterbury, CT | $110K–$130K

We are partnering with a growing, privately held manufacturing company in the Waterbury area looking to add a hands-on Controller to its leadership team. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will own the accounting function, oversee a small team, and serve as a key financial partner as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own month-end close, financial reporting, journal entries, reconciliations, and GAAP compliance
• Oversee AP, AR, general ledger, and inventory accounting
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Partner with the CEO on profitability, financial strategy, and business decisions
• Strengthen accounting processes, policies, and internal controls
• Coordinate audit, tax, and compliance matters with external advisors
• Manage and develop a small accounting/operations team

Ideal Background:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting or controllership experience with responsibility for financial reporting and close management.
• Strong background in month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Manufacturing and inventory experience is required

Why Consider It?

• Growing, stable, family-owned organization
• Direct exposure to and partnership with the CEO
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the finance function
• Tight-knit team with very low turnover and long employee tenure

If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume and reference SF.

All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.