Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a growing organization in North Andover, Massachusetts area. This contract position is ideal for a finance leader who can balance day-to-day accounting execution with team oversight and strategic partnership across the business. The role requires strong command of financial reporting, close activities, and compliance, along with the ability to strengthen processes and address complex accounting matters in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the full monthly, quarterly, and annual closing cycle, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Direct day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, billing, and general ledger activities while guiding the accounting team.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations, maintain ledger accuracy, and produce complete financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Collaborate closely with executive leadership and the FP& A function to provide financial insights and support business planning.
• Manage external audit preparation and coordinate year-end requirements to keep audit, tax, and compliance deadlines on schedule.
• Evaluate existing accounting workflows, implement stronger controls, and resolve unusual or complex accounting issues as they arise.
• Support analysis related to leases, rent activity, entity-level reconciliations, and operating cost trends.
• Provide steady leadership to an established team, offering direction, accountability, and hands-on support during a period of change.
• Contribute directly to accounting execution when needed, stepping beyond review responsibilities to ensure work is completed accurately.
• Assist with financial oversight in multi-entity or multi-location operations, including consolidated reporting considerations where applicable.
• Strong background in GAAP accounting principles and practical application within a corporate accounting environment.
• Proven experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and review consolidated financial statements and financial consolidations.
• Experience overseeing audit activities and supporting tax or regulatory compliance requirements.
• Solid understanding of general ledger management, account reconciliations, and financial reporting best practices.
• Prior leadership experience managing accounting staff while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations.
• Ability to improve accounting procedures and address non-routine accounting matters with sound judgment.
• Experience in multi-site, multi-location, or multi-entity organizations is strongly preferred.