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This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to work across multiple complex business lines while becoming a key resource for accounting, systems, data analysis, and operational decision-making.\r\nThis position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, learning sophisticated ERP systems, partnering with operations, and making a meaningful impact beyond traditional accounting responsibilities.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nProvide leadership, mentorship, and support to an accounting team of approximately eight professionals\r\nSupport month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations\r\nDevelop expertise in the company's ERP system and operational accounting processes\r\nAnalyze large financial and operational data sets to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities\r\nTroubleshoot complex accounting and system-related issues\r\nPartner with leadership to improve reporting, data integrity, and operational processes\r\nSupport inventory, operational, contract, lease, and franchise-related accounting activities\r\nDrive process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and stronger internal controls\r\nParticipate in cross-functional projects and strategic business initiatives\r\nTop Priorities for This Role\r\nStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities\r\nLeadership and mentorship experience\r\nAbility to learn complex systems and business processes\r\nIdeal Background\r\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field\r\n5+ years of progressive accounting experience\r\nExperience supervising, mentoring, or leading accounting staff\r\nStrong understanding of general ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting\r\nAdvanced Excel and data analysis skills\r\nExperience working with ERP systems and complex accounting environments\r\nCPA preferred but not required\r\nBackgrounds in financial services, distribution, inventory-intensive businesses, retail, wholesale, real estate, transportation, or operational accounting are highly valued\r\nWhat Makes Someone Successful Here?\r\nNaturally curious with a passion for solving complex business problems\r\nHands-on leader who enjoys working alongside the team\r\nStrong analytical mindset with the ability to investigate issues to their root cause\r\nComfortable navigating ambiguity and learning sophisticated systems\r\nExcellent communicator who partners effectively across accounting and operations\r\nContinuous improvement mindset with a desire to make lasting operational impact\r\nWhy Consider This Opportunity?\r\nHighly visible role with direct exposure to executive leadership\r\nOpportunity to become the go-to subject matter expert for accounting systems and operational reporting\r\nLeadership position with meaningful influence across the organization\r\nStrong runway for long-term growth and advancement\r\nCollaborative team environment focused on mentorship and continuous improvement\r\nOpportunity to work on challenging, business-critical accounting initiatives\r\nBenefits & Additional Information\r\nCompetitive salary\r\n401(k) match\r\nStable organization with significant operational complexity and long-term growth potential\r\nOpportunity to work alongside an experienced leadership team committed to professional development\r\nIf you're an experienced accounting professional looking for a role that blends leadership, technical accounting, systems expertise, and business partnership within a dynamic financial services environment, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this confidential opportunity further.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Vaco Recruiter Services","rawCompany":"vaco recruiter services","city":"Berlin","state":"CT","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-31T00:07:49.169Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"},{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"541211","title":"Offices of Certified Public Accountants","slug":"offices-of-certified-public-accountants"},{"code":"541618","title":"Other Management Consulting Services","slug":"other-management-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Assistant Controller","description":"Assistant Controller\r\nLocation: Berlin, CT (On-Site) - Compensation: Up to $130k (DOE)\r\nWe are partnering with a growing financial services organization to identify an Assistant Controller to join its accounting leadership team. 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