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Controller

Robert Half

Centerbrook, CT 06409-1017 • $47.50 to $55.00 / hr • 9/20/2026

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controller for a long-term contract opportunity in Centerbrook, Connecticut. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who is comfortable managing day-to-day financial operations, strengthening processes, and ensuring accurate, timely reporting.

The Controller will play a key role in overseeing core accounting functions, supporting the month-end and year-end close process, reviewing reconciliations, and helping deliver financial insight to support business decisions. This position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, sound analytical skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining the integrity of financial data.

The ideal candidate is dependable, detail oriented, and confident working in a collaborative environment. If you take pride in producing high-quality work and enjoy improving accounting operations, this could be an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and periodic close activities to ensure financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Prepare and review journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.

• Perform detailed balance sheet and account reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies as needed.

• Produce timely financial reports and support leadership with clear, accurate accounting information.

• Analyze financial results, identify trends or variances, and provide recommendations based on findings.

• Apply revenue recognition principles in accordance with ASC 606 and ensure proper accounting treatment.

• Support compliance with internal controls and established accounting policies throughout day-to-day operations.

• Proven experience serving in a Controller or senior-level accounting capacity.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger management, journal entry preparation, and month-end close activities.
• Experience completing account reconciliations and resolving accounting variances effectively.
• Ability to prepare financial reports and interpret results through meaningful financial analysis.
• Solid understanding of revenue recognition guidance, including ASC 606.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.