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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Commonwealth Soap & Toiletries (CST) is the second-largest private-label soap manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1990 by the Layne family in Foster, Rhode Island, CST has grown from a single bar soap line to seven full production lines across our facilities in Fall River, Massachusetts with a peak capacity of 200,000 bars per day.
CST serves national brands, major retailers, hotel and cruise line amenity programs, hospitals, spas, household-product brands, and private-label entrepreneurs across the United States and Internationally.
The Controller role at Commonwealth Soap and Toiletries ("CST" and "Company") will play a vital role in leading the cost accounting function, managing financial reporting, and overseeing accurate GL reconciliations, asset management, and month-end close processes to drive business strategy and financial integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Train, develop, and mentor team members to enhance performance and support career growth, while constructively managing performance issues and executing disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Generate and analyze daily cash flow reports for executive management to monitor liquidity. Prepare bank wires/transfers
- Prepare and execute authorized bank wires and account transfers.
- Month-end close operations, including executing specialized computer applications and posting necessary month-end entries.
- Prepare financial statements, consolidations, and key monthly financial reports for management review.
- Calculate, verify, and prepare monthly sales and performance commissions.
- Conduct monthly cash reconciliations, allocation entries, and general ledger reconciliations
- Prepare and post labor and overhead cost allocation entries to reflect accurate operational expenses.
- Maintain and manage the corporate asset management software system, tracking fixed assets and depreciation.
Qualifications:
- 2 or more years of professional experience in Cost Accounting is required.
- Associate degree is required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.
- Previous leadership experience is preferred.
- Working knowledge of accounting software is required; Deacom experience is a plus.
- Prior Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software experience is preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office
- Thorough understanding of basic accounting, financial principles, and cost accounting methodologies.
- High levels of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational, time management, analytical, and communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Must be willing to undergo a criminal background check, or "consumer report", may include a credit report and other information regarding your credit standing.
Work Environment:
- Works primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety and health hazard potential.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Leadership has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Office
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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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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