Controller – Growing Consumer Products Company

Location: Westport, CT (Hybrid – 2 Days Onsite)
Compensation: $140,000–$160,000 + 10% Bonus

Why This Controller Opportunity?

  • Exciting Growth Opportunity: Join a rapidly expanding, private equity-backed consumer products company with approximately $60M in revenue and significant growth expected through continued acquisitions.

  • Newly Created Controller Position: Take ownership of the accounting function and play a key role in building processes, improving reporting, and supporting the company’s continued expansion.

  • High Visibility: Work directly with an approachable, hands-on CFO and collaborate closely with executive leadership, FP&A, and the investment team.

  • Exposure to M&A: Gain valuable experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, and potentially the broader due diligence process as the business grows.

  • Recognizable Consumer Brands: Work with a portfolio of established beauty and personal care brands sold through major retailers and e-commerce channels.

  • Excellent Work-Life Balance & Benefits: Hybrid schedule with just two days onsite to start, flexible working hours, unlimited PTO, and company-paid medical benefits of 80% or more.

Controller Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

  • Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, cash accounts, journal entries, and general ledger activities.

  • Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and supporting schedules.

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and staff accounting functions.

  • Partner closely with the CFO on annual audits, audit readiness, and supporting documentation.

  • Collaborate with FP&A, Sales, and Operations to provide financial insights and maintain visibility into business performance.

  • Develop, document, and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support a growing organization.

  • Support acquisition accounting, financial integration, and other strategic initiatives as the company continues to expand.

Preferred Requirements for the Controller

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and month-end close processes.

  • Previous experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar accounting leadership role.

  • Experience working in a small to midsized organization with a hands-on approach to accounting and financial operations.

  • NetSuite experience highly preferred.

  • Consumer products, CPG, retail, or e-commerce industry experience is a strong plus.

  • Exposure to acquisitions, purchase accounting, or multi-entity accounting is beneficial but not required.

  • CPA designation is a plus, but not required.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand financial results, identify discrepancies, and proactively resolve issues.

  • Self-motivated, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building and improving processes.

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