Controller

Location: Near Naugatuck, CT
Reports to: CFO
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $100K-$120K

Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading a team? We’re looking for a hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations, drive process improvements, and help support financial decision-making for a growing, multi-entity business near Naugatuck, CT.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’ll manage everything from daily cashflow and financial reporting to budgeting, compliance, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate all core accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Inventory Reconciliations, and Cash Flow Management.

• Review and prepare monthly and year-end financial statements and reports.

• Oversee daily cash tracking and banking activity.

• Manage the budget process and assist leadership with forecasts and KPI analysis.

• Support decision-making by providing financial insights to executive leadership.

• Supervise and support accounting staff, ensuring timely closure of Purchase Orders and reconciliations.

• Collaborate across departments to improve processes and enhance operational efficiency.

• Manage relationships with customers, vendors, and third-party partners.

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, internal controls, and audit requirements.

• Coordinate with external auditors and prepare all required documentation.

Specific Tasks Include:

• Daily review of financial flash reports and cash position updates

• Monitor and approve checks, wires, and banking transactions

• Prepare and submit factoring packets as needed

• Post revenue from multiple income streams (brokerage, reverse logistics, warehouse storage, etc.)

• Record and reconcile inventory costs, payroll, prepaids, and accruals

• Handle sales tax filings and reconciliations (FL, MA, NY, NJ, CT)

• Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting

• Support audit completion and respond to audit requests

• Generate performance reports (KPIs) to identify strengths and weaknesses in the business

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a Controller or Senior Accounting role

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

This is a dynamic role for someone who wants to be a key player in driving operational and financial success. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.