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Site Accounting Manager/ Controller

Meriden, CT - HYBRID

Reference ID: BR0013223599

Contact: Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]

Company Overview:

Our client is a growing company in the manufacturing sector, focused on innovation, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality products. As they grow and scale, they are seeking a finance leader with strong technical skills, business acumen, and a background in public accounting to strengthen their site-level financial operations.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a hands-on Site Controller (or Accounting Manager, depending on experience level) to oversee financial operations at a manufacturing facility in Meriden. This role is ideal for a candidate with Big 4 public accounting experience and a deep understanding of the unique financial, regulatory, and operational challenges in manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments. The successful candidate will be a proactive partner to both finance leadership and operational teams, driving accountability, visibility, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead site-level accounting and financial operations, including month-end close, inventory accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting

+ Partner with plant operations to provide financial insight, analysis, and recommendations to drive efficiency and profitability

+ Maintain accurate standard costs and support product costing and variance analysis

+ Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and external regulations

+ Coordinate audits and support external auditors with required documentation

+ Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and reporting

+ Collaborate with FP& A on forecasts, budgets, and financial models

+ Supervise and develop a small on-site accounting team (if applicable)

+ Act as a liaison between the site and corporate finance

Requirements

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred

+ 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 public accounting background

+ Experience working with or auditing manufacturing or pharmaceutical companies

+ Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX compliance preferred)

+ Familiarity with cost accounting, inventory, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)

+ Advanced Excel skills; ability to build and interpret financial models

+ Excellent communication, leadership, and business partnering skills

+ Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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