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Controller

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  • Enfield, CT
    8 days ago
    CFS

    Job Description

    Controller
    Enfield, CT


    We are seeking an experienced Controller to join a growing and well-established construction company with a strong reputation and a collaborative, people-focused culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an accounting professional to take on a key leadership role within an organization that values its employees, invests in its people, and is positioned for continued growth.


    The Controller will oversee the company’s accounting and financial operations while partnering closely with leadership to support sound financial decision-making and continued business growth. This position offers the opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic construction environment while working alongside a talented and supportive team.


    Responsibilities



    • Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial operations

    • Manage the month-end and year-end close processes

    • Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports

    • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and cash management

    • Manage construction-related accounting, including job costing, WIP reporting, project financials, and revenue recognition

    • Monitor project profitability and provide financial insight to project and company leadership

    • Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies

    • Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, banks, and other outside partners

    • Lead and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative team environment

    • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and efficiency

    • Partner with senior leadership on financial planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives

    • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies


    Qualifications



    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

    • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller or senior accounting role

    • Construction industry experience strongly preferred

    • Strong understanding of job costing, WIP, and project accounting

    • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

    • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting

    • Experience with accounting software and strong Excel skills

    • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and operational teams


    Why Join?


    This is more than an opportunity to take the next step in your accounting career. You’ll be joining a growing organization with a strong culture, talented employees, and a genuine commitment to its people. The company has built a collaborative environment where employees are trusted, supported, and given the opportunity to grow.


    As the organization continues to expand, the Controller will play an important role in strengthening the financial infrastructure of the business and helping leadership navigate its continued growth. If you’re looking for a position where you can have a visible impact, work with a great team, and grow alongside a successful company, this could be an excellent opportunity.


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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationEnfield, CT
    IndustryFinancial Services
    Company Size500 to 999 employees
    Year Founded1994
    Websitehttp://www.cfstaffing.com/

    About Company

    Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

    CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

    Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

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