Assistant Controller Job West Hartford area,Connecticut USA,Accounting

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Assistant Controller $135,000 - $155,000 + Bonus Why Join?

✔ Outstanding opportunity to step into a future Controller-track position

✔ Broad exposure across general ledger, financial reporting, accounting operations, and operational finance

✔ Join a high-performing, growing organization with a strong reputation and long-standing success

✔ Highly visible role with direct interaction with senior leadership and the General Manager

✔ Opportunity to make an immediate impact during an exciting period of organizational transformation

✔ Work for an organization known for hiring and developing top talent

✔ Reports to a highly respected finance leader with a strong reputation for mentorship and development

✔ Opportunity to help build and scale the accounting function as the business grows

✔ Position open due to organizational restructuring

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its finance leadership team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to own critical accounting and reporting functions while partnering closely with operational leadership. The successful candidate will play a key role in month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, cost accounting, and business performance analysis.

This is an ideal opportunity for an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, or public accounting professional looking to take the next step toward a Controller position.

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Reporting

Own the month-end and year-end close processes
Prepare and review monthly financial statements
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Maintain the integrity of the general ledger
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Support audits and compliance initiatives

Cost Accounting & Operational Analysis

Lead cost accounting activities and analysis
Analyze costs, variances, and profitability drivers
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and financial performance
Support inventory and operational accounting activities
Partner with leadership to improve decision-making through financial analysis

Business Partnership

Work closely with the General Manager and leadership team
Deliver meaningful financial insights and recommendations
Monitor key operational and financial metrics
Support budgeting, forecasting, and planning initiatives
Assist leadership with strategic decision-making and performance analysis

Process Improvement

Reconcile and resolve outstanding account reconciliation issues
Strengthen accounting controls and financial processes
Improve reporting efficiency and data quality
Support system enhancements and automation initiatives
Drive continuous improvement across accounting operations

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA preferred but not required
5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Public accounting experience is a strong plus
Experience owning month-end close and financial reporting
Strong account reconciliation experience
Cost accounting experience preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools
Experience with:
- Syteline
- Oracle
- Power BI
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently in a high-visibility environment
Excellent communication and business partnering abilities

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to broaden their experience, gain significant leadership exposure, and position themselves for future Controller-level responsibilities.

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