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Controller
Kforce
Location : Wilton, CT, 06897
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $160,000 - 200,000 Annually
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
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DescriptionKforce has a client seeking an Controller in Wilton, CT. Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Manage a team of 4 staff
- Lead month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely reconciliations of all accounts, (balance sheet, income statement, multiple banks, etc.)
- Hands on - "Lead by Example" complex account reconciliations, including cash, payroll accruals, and other treasury-related accounts
- Manage external audits with the CPA firm
- Manage & resolve discrepancies in financial records, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
- Assist with an ERP data conversion and "go live" process
- Support process controls and efficiency initiatives
- Work with internal teams to ensure financial controls and compliance
- Assist with audit preparation and provide support to external auditors
- Supervise Staff (4)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 8+ years of accounting experience with current staff supervision exposure
- SALT Tax and Sales & Use tax exposure
- Multi-entity accounting & reconciliation experience
- ERP software experience and Advanced Excel skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Freqently Asked Questions
Wilton's Controller job market balances moderate competition with solid demand, especially for candidates with strong accounting leadership. Applicants should emphasize experience in multi-entity accounting and ERP expertise to stand out among local finance professionals.
Controllers in Connecticut often benefit from certifications like CPA or CMA, alongside advanced Excel and ERP knowledge. Familiarity with SALT tax and sales & use tax regulations is highly regarded, boosting employability in Wilton's financial sector.
Controllers generally oversee financial close processes, manage reconciliations, supervise accounting teams, and coordinate with external auditors. Leading by example in complex account tasks and ensuring compliance are essential to effective leadership in this position.
Controllers often advance toward senior finance roles like Finance Director or CFO, leveraging their experience in team leadership, audit management, and financial controls. Building expertise in ERP systems and multi-entity accounting can accelerate upward mobility.
While Controllers lead financial strategy and supervise staff, Assistant Controllers usually focus more on supporting month-end closings and specific reconciliations. Controllers hold final accountability for compliance and audit management, reflecting a broader scope.
At Kforce, Controllers are expected to lead a small team, actively contribute to ERP transitions, and navigate complex reconciliations firsthand. Candidates should be prepared for hands-on leadership combined with compliance oversight within a dynamic staffing environment.
Kforce provides a salary range reflecting experience and qualifications, accompanied by comprehensive benefits like medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off for salaried employees. Benefits emphasize both financial security and work-life balance.
Controller salaries in Wilton typically span from $85,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Advanced skills in ERP systems and multi-entity accounting can push compensation toward the higher end of this spectrum.
Handling SALT and sales & use tax requires Controllers to ensure accurate tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, preventing costly errors. Proficiency in these areas is crucial for maintaining financial integrity and supporting audit readiness.
Direct involvement with CPA audits helps Controllers verify financial data accuracy and address discrepancies promptly. This engagement fosters transparency and builds trust with stakeholders, which is vital for maintaining regulatory compliance.
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