Divisional Controller

Job Title: Divisional Controller

Location: Hartford County, CT Area (Hybrid – 2–3 days in-office)

Position Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Compensation: $180,000–$200,000, depending on experience

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) with company match; life and disability insurance, and additional benefits

Recruiter Contact: Abby Harpp – abby.harpp@roberthalf com

Job Reference: AH0013529128

An established global organization is looking for a hands-on Divisional Controller to take ownership of accounting operations and help shape how the function operates moving forward. This is an opportunity to lead a talented team, strengthen financial processes, and make a meaningful impact across a complex business— with the flexibility of a hybrid schedule and room for continued career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Accounting: Oversee accounting operations, consolidations, and financial reporting.
• Own the Close: Drive timely, accurate monthly and annual close processes.
• Strengthen Controls: Oversee balance sheet governance, US GAAP/IFRS compliance, and audit readiness.
• Improve Processes: Streamline workflows, standardize procedures, and enhance automation.
• Partner with Leadership: Support budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and business decisions.
• Oversee AP/AR: Lead payables, receivables, credit, collections, and working capital activities.
• Develop Your Team: Coach and lead accounting and shared services professionals.
• Support Growth: Contribute to acquisitions, integrations, system implementations, and strategic initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years in a Controller or comparable leadership role.
• Strong US GAAP, IFRS, technical accounting, and financial reporting knowledge.
• Experience with complex close processes, internal controls, and audits.
• A hands-on leadership style with a track record of developing people.
• Proven success driving process improvement and change management.
• Strong communication, business partnership, and problem-solving skills.
• ERP experience and advanced Excel skills.

Highly Desired

• CPA, MBA, or equivalent technical accounting expertise.
• International, multi-site, or multi-currency experience.
• M& A, integrations, or system implementations.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High visibility: Work directly with senior leadership.
• Broad ownership: Lead accounting, reporting, controls, and shared services.
• Make an impact: Improve processes, strengthen controls, and develop your team.
• Career growth: Gain exposure to strategic initiatives and future advancement opportunities.
• Great Culture: Collaborative, supportive team with a strong sense of community.
• Flexibility: Hybrid schedule with 2–3 days in-office.

If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more, please email your resume to abby.harpp@roberthalf com and reference AH0013529128.

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