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Controller

CFS, West Haven, CT, United States

Salary min: $60.00

Salary max: $72.00

Duration: Full Time


Position Overview - Controller


This role serves as the senior-most finance leader for the company. The Controller will oversee all accounting operations while also partnering with ownership on strategic financial matters including banking relationships, insurance, and debt financing.

Salary: $125-150k depending on experience
Location: Fully onsite in West Haven, CT


Why This Controller Opportunity?



  • Established, family-owned organization that has grown significantly over the years and continues to expand

  • Industry leader within its space across the Northeast

  • Stable, growing business with strong leadership and a solid team already in place

  • Tight-knit, collaborative environment with a casual culture — not overly corporate or high-pressure

  • Profit sharing + 401k match


Key Responsibilities of the Controller:



  • Oversee and manage the full accounting function

  • Lead and mentor the accounting team

  • Manage month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger integrity

  • Oversee cash management and liquidity planning

  • Partner with banks, insurance providers, and legal counsel

  • Support debt financing activities and financial negotiations

  • Coordinate with external CPA firm on tax matters and annual audits

  • Ensure strong internal controls and financial discipline

  • Support ownership with financial insight and operational analysis


Qualifications of the Controller



  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required

  • Industry experience preferred in Manufacturing/Fabrication and/or Heavy Equipment, Truck or Auto Dealerships

  • Proven experience leading full-cycle accounting in a hands-on environment

  • Strong cash management and banking relationship experience

  • Comfort interacting with ownership, lenders, attorneys, and insurance providers

  • Tax familiarity (experience working with outside CPA firms preferred)




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