• Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Fairfield, CT)


    Description

    Controller – Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) – Greater Fairfield County

     

    Position Type: Full Time/Permanent Position

     

    Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@Roberthalf

     

    Reference: SF0013323270

     

    A well-established Connecticut–based nonprofit with over 20 operating locations is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead the organization’s accounting operations. This is a highly visible role partnering closely with the CFO and executive leadership to modernize processes and strengthen fiscal management across multiple programs.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Oversee full-cycle accounting operations including month-end close, financial statement preparation, and variance analysis.

    + Supervise and develop accounting staff (4–5 team members).

    + Manage accounting for multiple funding streams.

    + Lead process improvement and systems modernization initiatives.

    + Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.

    + Coordinate annual audit and ensure compliance with state and federal funding agencies.

    + Maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures.

    + Oversee MIP accounting system and related integrations (e.g., payroll, POS, HRIS).

    Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; CPA or Master’s preferred.

    + 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including nonprofit exposure.

    + Strong understanding of month-end close, GAAP compliance, and grants accounting.

    + Experience with Connecticut state funding sources highly desirable.

    + Hands-on leadership style with a process-improvement mindset.

    + Proficiency in MIP is highly preferred

     

    Why This Opportunity Stands Out

     

    + Career Growth: Opportunity to advance to Senior Controller or Director of Finance.

    + Impactful Mission: Help drive financial excellence for an organization changing lives across Connecticut.

    + Flexible, Family-Friendly Culture: CFO promotes flexibility including flexible hours for school schedules and appointments.

    + Operational Modernization: Significant opportunity to streamline processes and strengthen systems.

     

    If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to the email listed above and reference SF0013323270.

     

    All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.

    Requirements

    Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; CPA or Master’s preferred.

    + 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including nonprofit exposure.

    + Strong understanding of month-end close, GAAP compliance, and grants accounting.

    + Experience with Connecticut state funding sources highly desirable.

    + Hands-on leadership style with a process-improvement mindset.

    + Proficiency in MIP is highly preferred

     

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