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Controller

Vaco by Highspring, Hartford, CT, United States


Job Title:

Corporate Controller

Location:

Cos Cob, CT (5 days onsite)

Compensation:

Up to $200K base DOE + ~$150K bonus potential

Position Overview
A publicly traded, multi-entity organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead its accounting function during a period of growth and transformation. This is a highly visible role reporting to the CFO, with ownership over consolidations, SOX compliance, and financial reporting, along with involvement in M&A and system enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all accounting operations, including consolidations and eliminations

Oversee SOX compliance and ensure strong internal controls

Manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes

Support public company reporting and audit readiness

Partner on M&A activity and integration of new entities

Drive ERP and process improvements across the finance function

Prepare materials and present to executive leadership and board

Qualifications

CPA required

Big 4 background

Public company experience

Strong expertise in SOX, consolidations, and technical accounting

Experience with M&A and/or system implementations

Ideal Candidate

Executive presence with ability to interact at the board level

Hands‑on leader who can build and improve processes

High‑drive, proactive, and solutions‑oriented

Thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Why Join

Direct exposure to CFO and executive team

High‑impact leadership role during a growth phase

Strong compensation package with bonus and potential long‑term incentives

Opportunity to build and scale the accounting function

Equal Opportunity Notice
Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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