Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Controller

Company: A.R. Sandri, Inc.
Reports to: COO/CFO
Department: Accounting/Finance
Location: Onsite at 400 Chapman Street, Greenfield, MA
FLSA Status: Exempt
Last Modified: September 18, 2025

Position Overview

A.R. Sandri, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee efficient, compliant, and effective financial operations for the company and its affiliates. This senior-level accounting role involves detailed transaction-level work across all aspects of financial operations, including intercompany transactions and consolidated financial reporting.

This is an onsite position at our Greenfield, MA headquarters. The role requires a high degree of accuracy, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a strong background in multi-entity financial operations. Extended hours may be required during peak periods such as month-end, year-end closing, and tax season.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis and strategic decision support to the CEO and COO/CFO.

• Oversee daily accounting operations including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

• Produce timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including variance analysis.

• Manage consolidated reporting, intercompany transactions, and audit eliminating entries.

• Maintain cash flow projections, debt monitoring, and financial forecasting.

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.

• Prepare audit and tax workpapers, ensuring timely submission to external CPA firms.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

• Support acquisition due diligence and integration activities.

• Manage depreciation schedules, capital asset transactions, and company chart of accounts.

• Supervise and develop a team of three accountants, providing training, scheduling, and performance feedback.

• Review and approve EFT payments, reconciliations, and subsidiary ledger tie-outs.

• Handle complex accounting issues and serve as the primary backup for accounting staff.

• Assist with annual budget development, including overhead budgets.

General Responsibilities

• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

• Provide weekly workload and project status updates to supervisor.

• Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain professionalism and courtesy with colleagues, vendors, auditors, and external partners.

• Protect the financial assets of the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree, CPA, or CMA preferred.

• 7–10 years of corporate accounting experience, including financial statement preparation and regulatory compliance.

• Experience with intercompany transactions, multi-entity consolidations, and audit preparation strongly preferred.

• Supervisory experience required.

• Solid knowledge of GAAP and commitment to ongoing professional education.

• Proven background in internal controls and financial risk management.

Skills

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; skilled in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience with GP Dynamics, E3 ERP, Atlas, or similar accounting systems.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Systems analysis, process improvement, and IT integration capabilities.

• High ethical standards and sound professional judgment.

Physical Demands

This position is based in a professional office environment and requires regular use of standard office equipment. The role involves significant communication with colleagues, auditors, and financial institutions, as well as analytical and mathematical work to support financial operations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Status: Salaried, Exempt

• Competitive compensation package based on experience

• Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more

Supervisory Responsibility

Direct supervision of three accounting staff (Accounts Payable and General Accountants).