Location: Burlington, MA | On-site 5 days
Salary Range: $90K-$120K | Exempt | Bonus Eligible
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 7-4 or 8-4
About the Opportunity
A family-owned engineering firm is seeking a highly organized, hands-on Financial Controller to own all accounting and finance operations. This is a sole contributor role with full autonomy and visibility, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, small-company environment and enjoys building structure, improving processes, and serving as a trusted financial partner to leadership.
Deltek experience is required.
Key Qualifications & Skills
- 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, preferably in a small business or engineering environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Deltek software experience (required)
- Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
- High level of technical proficiency and comfort working independently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting systems
- Clear, professional communication skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally
Essential Functions
- Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, and forecasts
- Manage accounts receivable and invoicing
- Process bi-weekly payroll, including prevailing wage entries and payroll reporting
- Serve as primary liaison with external tax consultants; support tax preparation and compliance
- Manage and resolve IRS, MassTax, and DUA notices
- Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
- Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures
- Maintain an organized, auditable financial filing system (digital and/or physical)
- Ensure confidentiality of sensitive financial and employee information
- Support employee onboarding and offboarding related to payroll and time/expense systems
- Act as point of contact for 401(k) administrators
- Manage annual insurance renewals (Professional Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Health, Dental, Vision, Auto, etc.)
Benefits & Perks
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Profit-sharing potential
- Paid holidays and time off
- Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability options
Apply Today
Ready to take full ownership of accounting operations and make a meaningful impact in a stable, people-first environment? Apply today and bring your financial expertise to a role where your work truly drives the business forward.
Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
