Controller, Finance & Banking, CFO

Controller

Location: On-site, 5 days/week

Address: Wilton, CT

Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: Up to $130,000 base DOE

A confidential, family‑owned organization is seeking a hands‑on Controller (or strong Assistant Controller ready to step up) to serve as the operational right hand to the CFO. This role owns day‑to‑day accounting operations and leads transactional accounting across a multi‑location environment that includes U.S. showrooms and a domestic manufacturing operation.

The ideal candidate thrives in a lean, collaborative environment and is comfortable balancing technical accounting ownership with team leadership and operational support.

• Oversee full‑cycle accounting operations and monthly close
• Prepare and review financial statements in partnership with the CFO
• Manage Quick Books, including invoicing, sales reporting, and transaction oversight
• Lead, mentor, and coordinate the accounting team’s workflows
• Oversee AP, AR, collections, and cash flow management
• Support operational and system efficiency initiatives
• Provide financial support across multiple business locations
• Contribute broadly within a small‑company environment as needed

Direct management of three accounting professionals across multiple locations with strong cross‑coverage and collaboration.

• Strong hands‑on accounting and close experience
• Proven financial statement preparation and analysis
• Deep understanding of debits/credits and cash flow management
• Experience managing AP/AR and collections functions
• Quick Books Enterprise proficiency
• Leadership experience with small accounting teams
• Ability to operate effectively in a lean, multi‑hat environment

• CPA or Master’s degree
• Experience supporting multi‑location operations
• Background in small to mid‑sized organizations
• Exposure to systems or process improvement initiatives