Position SummaryThe Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions across two manufacturing facilities in West Hartford and Windsor, CT. This role will lead a team of plant accounting staff, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and serve as a key financial business partner to plant and operations leadership at both sites. The Controller will play a critical role in driving cost management, process standardization, and financial discipline across both facilities.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee all accounting operations for both manufacturing facilities, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory, fixed assets, and payroll-related accounting
- Lead the month-end and year-end close process for both plants, ensuring timely and accurate consolidated financial statements
- Direct the preparation of monthly financial reporting packages, including P&L analysis, balance sheet reviews, and variance analysis by facility
- Manage standard costing, labor/material/overhead variance analysis, and inventory valuation across both sites
- Ensure consistent application of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across both facilities
- Partner with plant managers and operations leadership at each site to provide financial guidance, cost analysis, and support for operational decision-making
- Oversee physical inventory counts, cycle counting programs, and inventory reconciliation at both plants
- Manage capital expenditure tracking, fixed asset accounting, and ROI analysis for plant investments
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and bank/lender relationships related to the two facilities
- Identify opportunities to standardize processes, systems, and reporting across the two sites to improve efficiency and consistency
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate policy, and applicable state and local regulatory requirements
- Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff at both locations, including plant accountants and accounting clerks
- Support system implementations or upgrades (ERP, cost systems, etc.) impacting either facility
- Travel regularly between the two CT facilities to maintain visibility and support both teams
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in a manufacturing environment
- Prior experience managing accounting functions across multiple locations or facilities
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing financial processes
- Supervisory/people management experience
- Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Epicor, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capability
- Deep understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across sites and functions
Preferred:- CMA or MBA
- Experience in a multi-site or decentralized manufacturing organization
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience leading or supporting ERP implementations
Work EnviromentWork Environment- Based primarily at West Hartford, CT facility, with regular travel (approximately 25-40%) to the second site
- Office-based with periodic time on the production floor for inventory counts and operational reviews
- Fast-paced, hands-on environment requiring strong cross-site coordination
Physical RequirementsPhysical Requirements:These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions, i.e., sitting, standing, bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting, pushing, carrying, etc.
- The ability to remain seated for long period of time while working on computer or editing.
- Long period of viewing data on a computer screen and/or on paper are a necessity.
- Ability to interact with a diversity of people and diverse levels of personnel.
- Ability to lift up-to 15 lbs. infrequently.
