Corporate Controller

About the Company:
Our client is a premier distribution company with a long-standing reputation for excellence across New England. With decades of service and a commitment to operational integrity, they continue to lead in their industry through innovation and customer focus.

About Brennan Staffing Group Inc.:
Since 2021, Brennan Staffing Group Inc. has been a trusted partner in solving the staffing needs of prestigious companies across New England. We specialize in placing top-tier talent in Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources across High Tech, Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare , and other dynamic industries—offering both temporary and permanent staffing solutions.

Position Summary:

The Corporate Controller is a strategic financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance across multiple locations. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role ensures timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP, drives process improvements, and provides financial insights to support executive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all regulatory requirements.
• Manage internal and external audits; build strong relationships with auditors.
• Develop and support GAAP-compliant financial estimates and judgments.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee monthly and year-end close processes.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and variance reports.
• Supervise accounting staff and foster cross-functional collaboration.
• Monitor subsidiary accounting and ensure consistency across entities.

Strategic Planning & Analysis

• Assist CFO in developing annual budgets and multi-year forecasts.
• Perform financial modeling and variance analysis.
• Deliver clear, actionable performance reports to executive leadership.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities impacting profitability.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Design and implement internal controls at all organizational levels.
• Conduct risk assessments and lead compliance initiatives.
• Oversee IT general controls including access, security, and system changes.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead ERP and financial systems upgrades, integrations, and automation.
• Serve as system administrator for financial platforms.
• Enhance financial systems to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Cash & Compensation Oversight

• Manage cash controls, banking access, and disbursements.
• Oversee non-payroll compensation accounting (e.g., commissions, bonuses).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; CPA required; Master’s degree a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior financial leadership or controller role.
• Industry experience in distribution, wholesale, or manufacturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• ERP experience (e.g., Eclipse, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.