Controller

Kforce Inc.

Bloomfield, CT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$160,000–$180,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Aerospace and Defense, Automation, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Intelligence, Cash Flow, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Cost Accounting, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Disbursements, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Economics, Finance, Finance Software, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Control, Financial Modeling, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Inventory Costs, Leadership, Legal, Liquidity, Loan Structuring, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Operations, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Regulations, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Short Messaging Service (SMS), Strategic Planning, Time Management, Treasury, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Bloomfield, CT
POSTED
1 day ago
Kforce's client is seeking a proactive Controller to partner with our BU General Manager. In this highly visible role, you will drive strategic financial direction and oversee daily accounting, ensuring the accuracy and timely delivery of monthly statements, budgets, and variance analyses. This role is hybrid (3 days onsite) in Southern California (Greater LA) or Hartford County, CT. Key Responsibilities:
  • Governance & Compliance: Manage risk, credit policies, and internal controls (SOX). Serve as the main liaison for auditors and regulatory bodies. Ensure GAAP compliance
  • Reporting & Close: Direct internal/external reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Lead monthly (7-day target), quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Systems & Process Optimization: Manage the ERP and consolidation tools to ensure ledger integrity. Drive automation and continuous process improvements
  • Treasury & Cash Flow: Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and disbursement approvals (ACH, wires, checks)
  • Operations: Supervise daily accounting (GL, AP, AR, payroll, labor allocations) and coordinate annual/benefit plan audits
  • Business Intelligence: Deliver margin analyses, financial modeling, and variance insights to guide executive decisions
  • Leadership: Mentor and develop the finance staff, aligning team performance with organizational goals

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related business field
  • CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
  • 3+ years of experience in a plant controller or financial leadership capacity, with hands-on month-end close ownership
  • Manufacturing background is highly preferred; experience within the Aerospace, Defense, or Industrial sectors is a strong plus
  • Strong grasp of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and leading financial audits
  • Advanced GAAP knowledge, proficiency in enterprise financial software, and expert-level Excel and financial modeling capabilities
  • Exceptional communication skills with a proven track record of partnering with cross-functional teams and influencing business decisions
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects under tight deadlines

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/