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Controller

CFS

Springfield, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Corporate Finance, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Head of Finance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Operational Improvement, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Productivity Management, Profit & Loss, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Springfield, MA
POSTED
6 days ago

Controller
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000 + Bonus


Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations
This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys partnering with operations, driving business performance, and influencing key financial decisions.



Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out



  • Strong, tenured accounting and finance team already in place

  • Two direct reports, including an experienced Accounting Manager with deep institutional knowledge

  • High-visibility leadership role with the ability to influence strategic business decisions

  • Serve as the primary financial leader for the location, operating as the site's CFO

  • Opportunity to partner closely with operations and executive leadership

  • Stable organization with multiple locations nationwide and a strong reputation in the industry


What you will be tasked with in this Controller role:



  • Lead all accounting and financial activities for the site, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

  • Provide financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic recommendations to leadership

  • Partner with operations leaders to drive profitability, productivity, and cost management initiatives

  • Oversee month-end close, financial statements, account reconciliations, and internal controls

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

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements

  • Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes

  • Analyze business performance and identify opportunities for operational and financial improvements

  • Serve as a key liaison between site leadership and corporate finance teams


Preferred qualifications of the Controller



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred

  • Progressive accounting and finance leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial environments

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills



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About the Company

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CFS

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.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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