Controller Jobs in Massachusetts

Controller jobs in Massachusetts are highly active, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, higher education, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors, and openings at every level from staff accountant stepping into a first controller role through VP-level divisional controllers. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester anchor the largest share of hiring, and well-established employers such as Fidelity Investments, Mass General Brigham, and Raytheon Technologies consistently bring controllers onto their finance teams. The most sought-after specialties in Massachusetts include technical accounting, grant and research fund accounting for the state's dense university and research hospital landscape, and financial controls for regulated life sciences operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles101+
Top employerJobot
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring56
Work type63% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Controller
Commonwealth Soap & Toiletires
Fall River, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Project Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Epsilon Associates, Inc.
Controller
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Epsilon Associates, Inc.
Maynard, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$110k - $140k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Financial Controller
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Financial Controller
Foundations Group Recovery Center
Mashpee, Massachusetts
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Sales
$30 - $40/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in accounting

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Stock Controller - BUCO Worcester
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Stock Controller - BUCO Worcester
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Worcester, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
Project Controller
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Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
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Project Controller
Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
Massachusetts
Consulting & Professional Services
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$40 - $62/hr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Controller Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Burlington
5 jobs
Bedford
4 jobs
Worcester
4 jobs
Marlborough
4 jobs
Quincy
3 jobs
Andover
2 jobs
Concord
2 jobs
Peabody
2 jobs

Controller Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jobot
Jobot5 open roles
Standish Management
Standish Management2 open roles
Casella Waste Systems
Casella Waste Systems2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Energy
  • Education
  • Manufacturing

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in controller jobs across Massachusetts.

  • CPA license active or eligible in Massachusetts preferred for senior controller roles
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field required
  • Demonstrated experience managing the full close cycle and financial reporting process
  • Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
  • Experience preparing for external audits and coordinating with auditors directly
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP with exposure to grant accounting or fund accounting a plus

Controller Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a controller in Massachusetts?

Most controllers in Massachusetts follow a path that begins with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, followed by several years in public accounting or corporate accounting roles. While a CPA license is not legally required for the controller title, the Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy awards the CPA credential and most Massachusetts employers strongly prefer or require it for senior controller positions. Candidates who add an MBA or CMA certification become more competitive for roles at larger organizations.

Which companies hire controllers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring controllers in Massachusetts right now include Jobot, Standish Management, and Casella Waste Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of financial institutions, research hospitals, and life sciences companies means controller demand runs deep across both well-known headquarters and regional operating divisions.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most controller jobs?

Boston, Burlington, and Bedford have the most controller openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because of its density of financial services firms, teaching hospitals, and corporate headquarters, while Cambridge draws hiring from biotech and university research institutions, and Worcester's growing healthcare and manufacturing base supports a steady volume of openings outside the immediate Boston metro.

Are there remote controller jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than most finance roles, because controllers in desk-based industries often manage distributed teams and close books remotely. About 37% of controller openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how normalized flexible arrangements have become in financial services and technology. The portions of the role most suited to remote work are financial reporting, variance analysis, and team oversight, while audit preparation and system implementation tend to require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a controller in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a staff or senior accountant role at a Massachusetts employer and progressing into an assistant controller title after demonstrating close ownership and reporting skills. Large Massachusetts health systems such as Mass General Brigham and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, along with major universities including Harvard and MIT, run rotational finance and accounting programs that place early-career candidates on a direct path to controller-level work. Completing the CPA exam, even before licensure hours are finalized, signals seriousness to hiring managers and consistently gives candidates an edge over those without it.

Where can I find and apply to controller jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to controller jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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