Title: Controller
Salary: $120,000- 130,000 + Bonus
Location: Reading, MA (Fully Onsite)
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
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Take ownership of the entire accounting function for a well-established professional services organization
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High-visibility leadership role working directly with company ownership and senior leadership
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Lead a small, established accounting team while remaining hands-on with day-to-day operations
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Opportunity to make an immediate impact by strengthening financial reporting, processes, and internal controls
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Broad responsibility across accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and tax compliance
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Join a growing organization where your expertise and recommendations will directly influence business decisions
Controller Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close
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Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, balance sheets, P&Ls, and management reporting
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Manage monthly sales tax calculations, filings, and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance
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Lead and develop a team of three accounting professionals while remaining actively involved in daily accounting activities
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Oversee cash flow, account reconciliations, financial controls, and overall accounting accuracy
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Partner directly with ownership to improve accounting processes, financial visibility, and operational efficiency
Controller Qualifications:
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7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including prior Controller or accounting leadership experience
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Strong hands-on general ledger accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting experience
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Direct experience managing monthly sales tax filings, payments, and compliance required
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Previous experience supervising accounting staff while maintaining hands-on responsibility for daily operations
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Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, cash management, and financial statement preparation
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Proactive, detail-oriented leader who thrives in a hands-on environment and can take full ownership of the accounting function
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