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Aston Carter · 7 hours ago

Controller

New London, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $85K/yr

5+ years exp

Aston Carter is seeking a Controller to join their team in New London, CT. This hands-on position is responsible for executing accounting transactions, preparing reconciliations, and providing key financial insights to executive leadership, while also supporting the development of annual financial statements and coordinating with external auditors during annual reviews.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of cash management and general accounting functions within the finance office

Manage all accounting activities efficiently and ensure financial reports are produced on schedule and in accordance with GAAP

Assist with compliance efforts related to tax, regulatory requirements, and institutional reporting

Provide guidance and support to finance and business office personnel, as well as other internal stakeholders

Prepare, reconcile, and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts as part of monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles

Assist with managing restricted and unrestricted funds, including project coding, tracking balances, and monthly allocations

Conduct financial analyses for departments or programs at the request of senior leadership

Support the preparation of internal and external monthly and year‑end financial statements

Lead audit preparation and deliver timely and accurate information to external auditors

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

AccountingGeneral ledgerReconciliationFinancial reportingGAAPFinancial statementMicrosoft Office SuiteFinancial modelingStatistical analysisCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsWritten communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from an accredited institution

Five or more years of relevant accounting and/or audit experience within a not‑for‑profit organization; experience within an educational or complex multi‑stakeholder environment is strongly preferred and considered essential

Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy of the general ledger and financial statements in accordance with GAAP

Advanced technical and financial competencies, including reconciliation, financial modeling, analytical review, and statistical analysis

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, faculty, staff, and students

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, financial accounting software, and related technologies

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial data, technical documents, regulatory guidance, and industry publications

Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation

Proven ability to meet deadlines, troubleshoot issues, and apply effective problem‑solving skills in a dynamic environment